What nationality was Whitney Houston's father?

Answer 1

Whitney Houston's father, John Russell Houston Jr., was of African-American descent. He was born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, and was a former Army serviceman and entertainment executive. Whitney Houston herself was an American singer and actress known for her powerful voice and successful music career.

Answer 2

Her father's name was John Russell Houston Jr.

Answer 3

Her father was John Russell Houston Jr., who died in 2003.

Answer 4

Her father was John Russell Houston Jr., a former member of the military and a businessman, who later became her manager. He died in 2003.

Answer 5

John Russell Houston was African-American.

Answer 6

John Russell Houston Jr. was African-American.

Answer 7

Her mother Cissy was (and still is) a famous gospel singer, and her father John was a businessman who later managed Whitney's career.

Answer 8

John Russell Houston Jr. was a businessman, and for a time, he managed Whitney's career.

Answer 9

He was a businessman, and he also managed her career for a while.

Answer 10

He was born in East Orange, New Jersey.