Patrick Demarchelier
Whitney produced and starred in 'Sparkle' alongside 'American Idol' Jordin Sparks and was poised to make her comeback with the film. Since her untimely passing, the project will be the last piece of Whitney that fans and admirers will have to remember her by.
'Sparkle' is now scheduled to hit theaters on Aug. 17. The musical film stars Houston as the mother of three sisters, one played by Sparks, in a Supremes-like singing group who struggle to hold on to their values after they find fame. In addition to Sparks, Cee Lo Green and Mike Epps appear in the movie.
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While Jordin, who forged a unique bond with her idol on the set of the film, has yet to speak publicly about Whitney's passing, Epps took to his Twitter page to express his feelings, writing, "Can't stop thinking about Whitney, I AM so glad I got to work with her!! love you always!" Cee Lo also tweeted a message in her honor, "R.I.P. Sister WHITNEY HOUSTON!!!!! We will always love you," before dedicating his Grammy wins to her last night.
In addition to producing and starring in the musical movie, Houston recorded several songs for its soundtrack. The release date of the icon's final recordings is yet to be announced.
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