Stars Remember Houston At Clive Davis' Pre-Grammy Gala
BEVERLY HILLS (CBS) — Stars and fans are grieving the loss of music legend Whitney Houston.
Outside the Beverly Hilton Hotel, where Houston died late Saturday afternoon, fans came to remember the icon by placing flowers, candles and a card at a memorial.
The 48-year-old singer was scheduled to attend Clive Davis' Pre-Grammy gala with the famed music executive.
Joy Benedict, reporting for CBS2 and KCAL9, said many in attendance thought twice about going to the event but say they changed their minds knowing that the night would be in honor of the star.
"Her legacy, of course, is the fact that she has influenced so many amazing singers and who themselves are influencing younger singers. So what she had to offer world will be handed down from generation to generation," said Producer Jimmy Jams.
"She touched all of our hearts. There isn't anybody who wasn't moved by the great talent that she was. She was one of the greatest talents," said Actor Jon Voight.
Houston was introduced to the world at the Davis party decades ago. As a young girl, she was discovered by Davis who molded her into a superstar.
On Sunday, Davis was quoted as saying:
"So, by now, sadly, you've all learned of the unspeakably tragic news of our beloved Whitney's passing. I don't have to mask my emotions, not in front of this room full of so many dear friends. I do have a very heavy heart, and I am personally devastated by the loss of someone who has meant so much to me, for so many years. Whitney was so full of life. She was so looking forward to tonight. She was not at all scheduled to perform, she loved music. And she loved this night that celebrates music."
