The actress-and-singer - who was a contestant on US TV talent show 'American Idol’ in 2004 - insists Whitney’s ongoing support and advice has been crucial to her success.

She said: 'I sang a Whitney song on 'American Idol’ and we have been in contact ever since. I wouldn’t be here without her. There has been nothing better than having her support.'

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Whitney Houston's first album of original material since 2002 will be out this year, according to BMG Label Group chairman/CEO Clive Davis.
Speaking during Billboard's Music & Money Symposium this morning (March 6) at New York's St. Regis Hotel, Davis said four songs have been completed for the as-yet-untitled project, and four more will be put to tape later this month.