Trivia Quiz About the Legendary Diva: Whitney Houston

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Whitney Houston, who left countless masterpieces to the world with her overwhelming vocal prowess, burst onto the scene with her 1985 debut album “Whitney Houston,” which became an instant smash hit.

In 1992, the theme song from her first starring film “The Bodyguard,” “I Will Always Love You,” became a historic success in music history.

Although her later years were not particularly blessed, her voice continues to be loved across generations.

Here, we present basic facts, trivia, and fun tidbits about Whitney in the form of a quiz!

Whether you’re a longtime fan or someone who’s only recently become interested, give it a try.

[Legendary Diva] Trivia Quiz About Whitney Houston (1–10)

Whitney set numerous remarkable records. She’s also known for breaking a record held by the Beatles—but which record was it?

He was the first to release three consecutive platinum albums.
Scored seven consecutive No. 1 hits on the US charts
Won a Grammy Award at the youngest age

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Scored seven consecutive No. 1 hits on the US charts

From 1985 to 1988, Whitney achieved seven consecutive number-one hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. This surpassed the previous record of six consecutive number-one hits held by the Beatles.

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Who is Whitney, known as a famous singer, cousins with?

Aretha Franklin
Tina Turner
Dionne Warwick

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Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick, who has performed many songs by Burt Bacharach and has numerous hit singles, is Whitney’s biological cousin. Warwick’s maternal aunt is Whitney’s biological mother, Cissy.

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Who portrayed Whitney Houston in the 2022 biographical film 'Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody'?

Zendaya
Naomi Ackie
Jennifer Hudson

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Naomi Ackie

In the 2022 biographical film Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody, British actress Naomi Ackie portrayed Whitney.

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Trivia Quiz About the Legendary Diva Whitney Houston (Questions 11–20)

In the music video for the 1993 hit song “I’m Every Woman,” a certain famous girl group makes a cameo. Which of the following is it?

TLC
En Vogue
SWV

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TLC

It’s well known that the music video for “I’m Every Woman” features cameo appearances by Chaka Khan, who sang the original, Whitney’s mother Cissy Houston, and TLC, who were a rookie group at the time. Be sure to watch the three of them dancing with tons of energy!

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Whitney also devoted herself to mentoring younger singers. Which of the following famous singers, who admires her as a “mentor,” is it?

Monica
Ashanti
Aaliyah

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Monica

Whitney influenced and mentored many young singers. Among them, Monica in particular admired Whitney as a mentor and was deeply influenced by her. Monica often shares memories of her time with Whitney, so if you're interested, be sure to look them up.

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Whitney, who has won countless awards. Which of the following was the first song for which she won a Grammy?

I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)
Saving All My Love for You
I Will Always Love You

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Saving All My Love for You

Whitney’s first Grammy Award was for “Saving All My Love for You,” which was released as a single in 1985. The song is included on her debut album, Whitney Houston.

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Which singer performed “I Will Always Love You” as a tribute to Whitney at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards?

Celine Dion
Alicia Keys
Jennifer Hudson

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Jennifer Hudson

At the 54th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony, it was Jennifer Hudson who paid tribute to Whitney, who had died suddenly the day before, by singing “I Will Always Love You.” Her moving performance touched the hearts of many.

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