Remembering Whitney Houston's Remarkable Career

The icon would have been 60 years old today.

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Cover Girl - Even before Clive Davis discovered her tremendous singing talent, a modeling scout noticed Whitney for her cover girl good looks. In the early 1980s, she appeared in Glamour, Cosmopolitan and was even one of the first African-American women to grace to cover of Seventeen. (Photo by Ebet Roberts/Redferns)
Whitney Houston - With the release of her self-titled debut album in 1985, there was no looking back for Whitney. Early hits such as "Saving All My Love for You" and "How Will I Know" made her an overnight superstar. (Photo: Paul Natkin/WireImage)Fresh-Faced - In the early '80s, Whitney Houston started working as a model after a photographer saw her perform with her gospel singing mother, Cissy Houston, at Carnegie Hall. Her girl-next door charm and gorgeous looks made her one of the most sought out models of that time.(Photo: dpa /Landov)

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On what would have been her 60th birthday, we remember the remarkable Whitney Houston. With her mesmerizing voice, powerful performances, and countless chart-topping hits, Whitney became an iconic figure in the music world. Although she passed away in 2012 at 48, her talent will forever shine bright. Happy birthday, Whitney Houston!

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