Saturday night is all about Whitney Houston on Lifetime.
Immediately following the world premiere of the all-new biopic Whitney — directed by Angela Bassett and starring Yaya DaCosta in the title role — the network will air a pair of specials delving into the life, loves and career highlights of the late pop superstar.
Bobby Brown: Remembering Whitney will feature an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with Houston’s ex-husband Bobby Brown by Access Hollywood‘s Shaun Robinson that covers his and Houston’s marriage, their highs and lows, and the ultimate downfall of their romance.
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Then, fans of Houston’s powerhouse voice and extensive catalog of pop hits will welcome the premiere of Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performances, an hourlong retrospective hosted by legendary music producer Clive Davis, Houston’s longtime mentor and creative collaborator. Blending Davis’ own memories of the multi-talented superstar with her most electrifying performances, the special includes the 19-year-old Houston’s first national television appearance, performing “Home” on The Merv Griffin Show in 1983.
Other performance footage features Houston signing “Greatest Love of All” and “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” at Arista Records 15th Anniversary Concert at Radio City Music Hall in 1990 and “I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” from the 1994 American Music Awards.
Whitney premieres Saturday, Jan. 17 at 8/7CT on Lifetime followed by Bobby Brown: Remembering Whitney and Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performances at 11/10CT.
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