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Growing up, Whitney Houston was influenced by her musical family, particularly her mother, Cissy Houston, a talented singer, and her cousin, Dionne Warwick, who was also a prominent artist. She spent time with her family members in Newark, New Jersey, where she was exposed to Gospel Music in church and various musical genres. This environment played a significant role in shaping her early musical talents and aspirations.

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