1987 – Whitney Houston’s Album Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard

On June 27, 1987, Whitney Houston made music history when her album \”Whitney\” debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. She became the first female artist to achieve this feat, solidifying her status as a global music icon. The album produced several hit singles and showcased Houston\’s exceptional vocal talent, influencing generations of artists and contributing to the diversification of the music industry. BET

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