Episode 8

TBB Talks to ... Patricia Houston and Lisa Erspamer

Published on: 18th July, 2018

TBB Talks to the producer of documentary 'Whitney', Lisa Erspamer - former executive vice president of programming and development for Oprah Winfrey's OWN network, and the documentary's executive-producer, Patricia Houston, Whitney’s sister in law, friend, and manager about who Whitney's life and how the documentary came to light.

Whitney Houston, who tragically died February 2012, was a multiple award-winning, multiple record-breaking, global superstar who revolutionised the pop & R&B charts. Her talents even reaching the big screen.  

However, as much as she was adored she was also battling many demons stemming from her childhood, leading to a well-publicised drug addiction, which ultimately caused her untimely death. 

Landing in cinemas since July 6th, 2018 is a new documentary, simply titled ‘Whitney’ which charts the legend’s pop and personal life journey. 

WHITNEY Film synopsis: Filmmaker Kevin Macdonald examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.


TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm1-mjLjlyo


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