By GalTime Teen Expert Jennifer A. Powell-Lunder, Psy.D.
Whitney HoustonI remember singing in front of a mirror with a hairbrush 'mic' in hand belting out one of Whitney's best. That was the age of innocence for the beautiful vibrant Whitney Houston. She was a hit machine back in those days.
After her marriage to Bobby Brown she seemed to disappear. Not so unusual for stars choosing to settle down, have children, enjoy privacy (e.g. Celine Dion). I remember being shocked when I saw her on a news program interview.
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In her late 30's she looked years older, she was disheveled and disorganized, confused yet courteous. It was clear she was struggling to present as someone she no longer was. As she tried to dispel the rumors of drug addiction to say she was less than believable would be gentle.
So how does an icon fall so far? It is hard to believe she was only 48 years old. What can we learn from her story? What legacy will she leave?
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