Cissy Houston, the Grammy-winning gospel legend and mother of Whitney Houston, has passed away at the age of 91. She died at her home in Newark on October 7, after being in hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease, as confirmed by her daughter-in-law Pat Houston to The Associated Press. In a heartfelt statement, Pat said, “Our hearts are filled with pain and sadness. We loss the matriarch of our family. Mother Cissy has been a strong and towering figure in our lives. A woman of deep faith and conviction, who cared greatly about family, ministry, and community. Her more than seven-decade career in music and entertainment will remain at the forefront of our hearts.” Cissy Houston’s extraordinary career earned her two Grammy Awards in the Traditional Gospel Album category. Veteran Actor Ron Hale, Known for ‘Ryan’s Hope’ and ‘General Hospital’, Passes Away at 78.

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