R.I.P. pop legend Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston, one of the most popular and critically acclaimed pop singers of all time, passed away today at age 48.  Houston won 2 Emmys and 6 Grammys throughout her lifetime.  She will surely be remembered as one of the most gifted singers of our time.  Read how some celebrities reacted to the news on Twitter, and watch some of her great performances below.

Nicki Minaj: “Jesus Christ, not Whitney Houston. Greatest of all time.”

Wyclef Jean: “This is the saddest thing I’ve ever had to write in my life, R I P to one of the greatest humans that I have ever known Whitney Houston.”

Queen Latifah: “Oh Dear Lord! Huritng so Bad!!! MY Sister Whitney!!!!!!! Newark please Pray!!! World Please Pray!”

Mariah Carey: “Heartbroken and in tears over the shocking death of my friend, the incomparable Ms. Whitney Houston. My heartfelt condolences to Whitney’s family and to all her millions of fans throughout the world. She will never be forgotten as one of the greatest voices to ever grace the earth.”