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The FBI's Dark File on Whitney Houston: Reveals Extortion, Threats, and Obsessive Fans

Published January 25, 2026, 13:08
The FBI's Dark File on Whitney Houston: Reveals Extortion, Threats, and Obsessive Fans

Declassified FBI documents reveal a dark side to Whitney Houston's life, filled with extortion, threats, and obsessive fans during her career. The file covers the period 1988-1999 and includes extortion cases, such as a threat from a lawyer demanding $100,000 (later $250,000) to avoid revealing personal information. Despite concerns, the FBI reportedly closed the case after assurances from Houston's father that the lawyer was a 'friend' and would not cause harm. In addition, the documents contain disturbing letters from obsessive fans, with threatening and harassing content. Although the threats were not deemed immediate, the letters paint a picture of an environment of pressure and fear surrounding the singer. Whitney Houston was one of the most successful pop stars of all time, with sales of over 220 million records, but her personal life was marred by problems and addictions.