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Whitney Houston’s Family To Star On Reality Show

‘The Houston Family Chronicles,’ which will feature Bobbi Kristina Brown and Cissy Houston, premieres on Lifetime later this year. By John Mitchell Whitney Houston and her daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown Photo: Steve Granitz/ WireImage A new reality series featuring the family of late pop superstar Whitney Houston will premiere on Lifetime later this year, the network announced in a statement Friday (May 11). Titled “The Houston Family Chronicles,” the show will feature Houston’s daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, and mother Cissy Houston, though the focus will be on “The Bodyguard” superstar’s brother Gary Houston and sister-in-law and manager Pat Houston, as well as their daughter, Rayah. Houston’s cousin Dionne Warwick and Bobbie Kristina’s godmother, gospel legend CeCe Winans, will also appear in the series. According to Lifetime, the reality show will focus on Pat and Gary “as they take on their greatest challenge, supporting and guiding Bobbi Kristina as she faces the world alone, without the one person she relied on the most, her mother.” Whitney Houston died on February 11 of this year at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The L.A. County coroner ruled that accidental drowning was the official cause of Houston’s death, adding that cocaine use and heart disease were contributing factors. The report indicated traces of cocaine were found in Houston’s system at the time of death along with Xanax, Flexeril, marijuana and Benadryl, though officials said these substances played no role in her untimely passing. “The tragic loss of Whitney Houston left a void in the hearts of people all over the world, but certainly none more so than her beloved family,” Rob Sharenow, executive vice president of programming at Lifetime Networks, said in a statement. “In this series, the multi-generations of the Houston family will bravely reveal their lives as they bond together to heal, love, and grow.” Lifetime has ordered 10 hour-long episodes of “The Houston Family Chronicles” and will premiere the show at a yet-undetermined time later this year. According to Pat Houston, the show had been in the works well before Whitney’s death. “I have been working with Simmons-Shelley [production company] over the past few years developing a project suitable for myself and our family,” Pat Houston said. “The unexpected passing of Whitney certainly affects the direction of the show. However, it is my hope that others will be enlightened as they watch our family heal and move forward.” Will you watch “The Houston Family Chronicles”? Let us know in the comments below. Related Videos Farewell To A Legend: Whitney Houston’s Funeral Related Photos Whitney Houston: A Life In Photos Related Artists Whitney Houston

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Tyler Perry Gives Bobbi Kristina A Job

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Bobbi Kristina has just snagged a job on Tyler Perry’s TV series For Better Or Worse, which was recently picked up for a second season on TBS . From Straight from the A: Tasha Smith’s character owns a beauty salon on the series and Bobbi Kristina will be featured in a recurring role as the daughter of one of the stylists in the her shop. The up and coming actress has been spotted coming and going from Tyler Perry’s Atlanta Studios for a few weeks now and my spies say that her play brother/boo Nick Gordon is always right by her side. Pat Houston has also been spotted at the facility, but I would guess it was to negotiate Bobbi’s contract to appear on the show. We’re happy for Bobbi K. What do you think about BK Brown delving into acting and working so quickly? RELATED: Bobby Brown’s Sister Accuses Ray J Of Giving Whitney Houston Cocaine [VIDEO] Whitney Houston’s Cause Of Death Revealed Ray J Finally Breaks His Silence

Tyler Perry Gives Bobbi Kristina A Job

Grand Opening, Grand Closing: Oprah Pulls The Plug On Rosie O’Donnell’s Talk Show From The OWN Network

Not even a Houston Family interview could save Rosie’s lil show, damn HARPO! That was fast. Just five months after it premiered amid great fanfare, The Rosie Show has been canceled by OWN, Oprah Winfrey’s ratings-challenged cable net. In a statement she released Friday night, Oprah said, “I thank Rosie from the bottom of my heart for joining me on this journey. She has been an incredible partner, working to deliver the best possible show every single day. As I have learned in the last 15 months, a new network launch is always a challenge and ratings grow over time as you continue to gather an audience. I’m grateful to Rosie and the dedicated Rosie Show team for giving it their all.” The final episode will tape March 20 and air March 30. Rosie O’Donnell had relocated to Chicago to tape her show in the same studio where Oprah had become a legend. The magic didn’t wear off. The show had only about 200,000 viewers when the plug was pulled. “It was a great year for me — I wish the show was able to attract more viewers — but it did not,” O’Donnell said. “So I am headed back to my home in New York – with gratitude. On we go!” Should Oprah just call it quits for OWN and take her “L” before she plays herself any further??? via RadarOnline More On Bossip! Underrated Cakes: The Ladies With The Backs You Might’ve Mistakenly Missed Out On! Forbidden Fruit: A List Of Celebrities Who Were Spotted Playing Freaky Kissy Face With Family Members Nicki Minaj Flossin’ Her Cakes In A Pink ‘Kini On The Beaches Of Hawaii For New Music Video Solange Knowles Keeps Her Natural Hair, Vintage, Hippy, Hella Colorful Steez Alive On The Cover Of Time Out New York Magazine

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Grand Opening, Grand Closing: Oprah Pulls The Plug On Rosie O’Donnell’s Talk Show From The OWN Network

Identity Of Person Who Leaked Whitney Houston Casket Photo Revealed

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The mess is about to hit the fan for the person who leaked the casket photo of Whitney Houston because his identity has finally been revealed! Raffles van Exel is the opportunist who personnel at Whigham Funeral Home are blaming for the disrespectful photo leak. Van Exel isn’t anyone famous or important in the industry. He was just part of various celebrity’s entourages. According to reports on Forbes.com , van Exel was at two private casket viewings at the Newark funeral home. Employees of Whigham Funeral Home noticed van Exel as soon as he walked in because he was the only non-family member allowed in the private viewing. It’s said he also traveled with the family from Los Angeles to New Jersey on a private jet. He was even provided with his own bodyguard. Whigham personnel alerted the Houston family of van Exel when a tabloid shamelessly ran the leaked photo on their cover. We now know who leaked the photo of Whitney Houston laying in her casket. Now what? Tell us what repercussions Raffles van Exel should face for his alleged disrespectful behavior in the comments section. Source RELATED: Ray J Finally Breaks His Silence Cissy Houston Confronts Culprit Who Took Photo Of Whitney In Casket Oprah Interviews The Houston Family [VIDEO] Bobbi Kristina: “It’s A Lot Of Pressure But She Prepared Me For It” [VIDEO] Whitney Houston Leaves Everything To Bobbi Kristina In Will Whitney Houston’s Mother Cissy Kicks Out “Secret Son” From Atlanta Home Houston Family Sells Funeral Coverage For Bobbi Kristina Whitney Houston Laid To Rest Beside Her Father [PHOTOS & VIDEO] Bobby Brown Releases Statement On Why He Left Whitney’s Funeral [VIDEO] Whitney Houston Celebrated At Funeral [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

Identity Of Person Who Leaked Whitney Houston Casket Photo Revealed

Oprah Interviews The Houston Family [VIDEO]

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Oprah Winfrey traveled to Atlanta to conduct the first interview with the family of late pop icon Whitney Houston for her OWN series, “Next Chapter.” In addition to speaking with Whitney’s daughter Bobbi Kristina , Oprah spoke with Whitney’s close friend, manager and sister-in-law, Patricia Houston , and Whitney’s brother Gary Houston . Oprah spoke to Patricia and Gary about the day Whitney Houston died, her past drug abuse, Bobby Brown and more. Patricia Houston on the day Whitney Houston died Patricia Houston discusses altercation at pre-Grammy party Patricia Houston on Whitney Houston’s lifestyle Patricia Houston on Whitney Houston and drugs The Houston family discusses Bobby Brown Gary Houston on how his mother Cissy Houston is coping with her daughter’s death RELATED: Bobbi Kristina: “It’s A Lot Of Pressure But She Prepared Me For It” [VIDEO] Whitney Houston Leaves Everything To Bobbi Kristina In Will Whitney Houston’s Mother Cissy Kicks Out “Secret Son” From Atlanta Home Houston Family Sells Funeral Coverage For Bobbi Kristina Whitney Houston Laid To Rest Beside Her Father [PHOTOS & VIDEO] Ray J Finally Breaks His Silence Bobby Brown Releases Statement On Why He Left Whitney’s Funeral [VIDEO] Whitney Houston Celebrated At Funeral [PHOTOS & VIDEO] Bobby Declares Love For Whitney On Stage [VIDEO]

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Whitney Houston’s Mother Cissy Kicks Out “Secret Son” From Atlanta Home

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Whitney Houston’s mom Cissy Houston is making sure she gets rid of all the bad influences from her granddaughter Bobbi Kristina’s life, and the first person on the list is a 22-year-old man who Whitney treated like her very own son. Nick Gordon was taken in by Whitney as a troubled youngster when she was living in Atlanta, and though he was never formerly adopted, she considered Nick her son and he even called her “mom.” According to TMZ : Cissy believes Nick is a bad influence on her granddaughter and wants him OUT of the Houston family home in Atlanta ASAP, and has already informed her lawyers about the eviction in case he puts up a fight. Nick has allegedly been helping Bobbi deal with the loss of her mom, and we hope this latest incident doesn’t push Bobbi Kristina over the edge. Should Cissy have thrown Nick out? RELATED: Houston Family Sells Funeral Coverage For Bobbi Kristina Bobby Brown Dismisses Reports He’s Unwelcome At Whitney Funeral, Says Daughter Is “Doing Better” Bobby Brown Releases Statement On Why He Left Whitney’s Funeral [VIDEO] Bobbi Kristina Released From Hospital As Bobby Brown Arrives In L.A.

Whitney Houston’s Mother Cissy Kicks Out “Secret Son” From Atlanta Home

The Wedding Dance: Viral Film Makes Touching Statement on Marriage Equality

The Wedding Dance, a three-minute short film by an up and coming director, Elliot London, makes a simple but profound statement on love and marriage equality. The film and its surprising, touching ending have won raves since its release on Valentine’s Day, and is being used as a vehicle to fund Elliot’s next project. London is currently working on a full length feature called FRIEND, which takes an in-depth look at anti-gay bullying in the age of Facebook and Twitter. If it’s anything like this short film, it will be worth watching: The Wedding Dance Film

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Bobby Brown WILL Attend Whitney Houston’s Funeral

All may not be completely well between Bobby Brown and the family of Whitney Houston, but a temporary accord has at least been reached. Following questions over whether or not Brown would be welcome at his ex-wife’s funeral – many of his former in-laws believe Bobby has been a terrible influence on both Whitney and daughter Bobbi Kristina – a source tells TMZ: “At the last minute, the family felt that it would keep the peace at the funeral [to have Bobby there] … even though some family members were against it.” Bobby, Bobbi and Whitney during happier family times. The funeral will begin at noon on Saturday; take place in Newark, New Jersey; flags will ( controversially ) be flown at half-staff on the grounds of all government buildings; and the event will be streamed online. Brown will reportedly take a private place after the ceremony is over in order to perform with New Edition in Connecticut.

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