No, this is a myth. The White House took no action, although the president did call her family. It was New Jersey governor Chris Christie who decided to lower the flags in New Jersey, since Whitney Houston had been a resident of his state.
Yes, Whitney Houston's dad was a white man called John Russell Houston Jr.
John Russell Houston was African-American.
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Whitney Houston's father John Russell Houston Jr, was a military veteran, and is buried in Fairview Cemetery, Westfield NJ. He died in 2003.
John Russell Houston, Jr. was of Black heritage. However, Whitney Houston was of mixed-heritage as her g-great grandmother on John Houston's, Jr.'s wife's side, Sarah Elizabeth Collins, was a White woman. Her name was Sarah Burke and she was married to a Black man named David Sanderson, who fought for Black rights in the early 1800's.
Whitney Houston's funeral, held on February 18, 2012, featured an array of beautiful flowers, including white roses, lilies, and orchids. These flowers were chosen for their elegance and symbolism, reflecting Houston's grace and the love her family and friends had for her. The floral arrangements created a serene and poignant atmosphere during the service.
Eli Whitney is white - i know this because he is related to me and I'm white!
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Kevin Whitney is White
Today, January 20, 2009. When he left the white house.
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Alex White is number 43 on the Houston Atros.