Whitney Houston & her girlfriend Robyn Crawford late 1980s... In late 1980s, Whitney Houston was becoming one of the most powerful voices the world had ever heard, and just outside that spotlight was Robyn Crawford, a constant presence from the very beginning. They met as teenagers in New Jersey and remained deeply connected as Whitney’s career exploded. By the late ’80s, Whitney had already sold tens of millions of records, with her debut album (1985) becoming one of the best-selling first albums in history, and Whitney (1987) making her the first woman to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200. For years, Crawford stayed largely out of public view, working behind the scenes as a trusted confidant and creative collaborator. It wasn’t until decades later, in her 2019 memoir, that Crawford spoke openly about the depth of their relationship, offering a more complete picture of Whitney’s private world during her meteoric rise. Whitney Houston remains the most awarded female artist of all time, with over 400 career awards, including 6 Grammys and 22 American Music Awards. © Reddit #archaeohistories