Was Whitney Houston Bisexual? Links With Robyn Crawford Leads To Rumors

Was Whitney Houston bisexual? The legendary singer's personal life has been subject to intense scrutiny.

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Rumors about Houston's sexuality began circulating in the 1980s, particularly after her close relationship with Robyn Crawford.

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Crawford was Houston's assistant and friend, and their bond was seen as unusually close by many.

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Houston never publicly confirmed or denied the rumors about her sexuality, maintaining a discreet personal life.

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Her manager, Jerry Greenberg, also refused to comment on the rumors, stating that her personal life was private.

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Houston's dating timeline includes high-profile relationships with men, such as Bobby Brown and R. Kelly.

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However, there is no concrete evidence to support the rumors about Houston's sexual orientation.

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He focuses on his work and continues to play complex and nuanced characters, ignoring the speculation.

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Her personal life remained private, and she never publicly addressed the speculation about her sexuality.

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Despite the intense scrutiny, Houston continued to focus on her music and career, never allowing the rumors to distract her.

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