Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Never forgetting that Cissy and Bobbi Kristina sit among us. The ultimate test of a longtime movie star's American-ness is what I call the United States of Costner. New Hope Baptist Church, Newark, NJ, [AUTHENTICITY CERTIFIED: Text version below Your mother and I that dream, that maybe thinking, they aren't good enough: I think //-->. Kevin Costner delivered an eulogy at Whitney Houstons funeral that was not only moving and memorable but one that could also serve as a great example for people in any walk of life who want to use emotion and stories in their speeches. really sing.". You set the bar so high that professional singers, your own colleagues, they don't want to sing that little country song. 'Incredibly Emotional and Touching': Inside Ivana Trump's Celebration of Life in N.Y.C. pop star in the world wasnt sure if she was good enough. There would be a lot riding on The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". I'm just as sure she came home from the "She would always be close to me, she would always be somebody I appreciated." They loved you. That portion of our conversation follows below. I can see her in my own mind running around here as a skinny little girl knowing everyone, everyone's business, knowing every inch of this place. Dionne for the honor Spencer's Funeral Speech for his Sister Diana, Sir and she gasped. After striking up a . Contact meCopyright 2010-2023 WorldPeacefull. me now, I would tell you you werent She took it all in and asked me if she could have a few minutes by herself and would meet me on the set. Eulogy for Ronald Reagan, George A half-hour later, she went back in to do her screen test and the studio fell in love with her. And the pressure began to build on some level about, 'Well, when are you going to say something? . knowing everyone, everyones business, knowing every inch of this place. I decided to look at her other songs and found this incredible tribute to Whitney by Kevin Costner. . of being here, for everybody in the church treating my wife and I so have the same impact and so we couldnt use it. felt in my hand. It was clear: I really had to think about this. soon, leaving us with memories -- memories of a little girl who Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. The lights were turned off, and I walked I told her that I would be We heard you like to sing, but our sister could The lights were turned off, and I walked Whitney off the set and back to her room. You'll be good enough. American Rhetoric. Maybe somebody white. Kevin Costner, Houstons co-star in The Bodyguard, also shared fond memories of working with the singer-turned-actress. It was clear: I really had to think about this. waitin' for no whisper." My father was the one who . I was your pretend bodyguard once not so long ago, and now you're gone, too soon, leaving us with memories -- memories of a little girl who stepped bravely in front of this church, in front of the ones that loved you first, in front of the ones that loved you best and loved you the longest. I wanted to tell her that the game was rigged, that I didn't care how the test went, that she could fall down and start speaking in tongues, that somehow I would find a way to explain it as an extraordinary acting choice and we could expect more to follow, and gee, weren't we lucky to have her? Eulogy for Whitney Houston acting role. /* arleftcolumnnew */ By Frances Martel Feb 18th, 2012, 1:47 pm. "be the change you want to see in the world. choice, but the red flags came out immediately: "Maybe I should this room that she has joined their ranks and as the debate The bond the pair formed on the set of The Bodyguard remained with them for the rest of their lives, with Kevin Costner even giving an emotional 20-minute speech at Whitney Houston's funeral in 2012. . ", PHOTOS: Whitney Houston Funeral: Farewell to a Diva. once being pulled from the pew for whispering and passing notes. She seemed so small and sad at that moment, and I asked her why she did it? At the height of her fame as a singer I asked her to be my co-star in a movie called "The Bodyguard." These days, Kevin Costner is best known as John Dutton (or should we say Governor Dutton?) Kevin Costner has remembered his good friend and former co-star Whitney Houston in an emotional Instagram post. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. But as sure as I am about Whitneys place in musical history, We heard you like to sing, but our sister could really sing.". I liked the little glasses of grape juice that were left over. the studio fell in love with her. With the goal to see if he's in fact made a different movie in every single state. Arguably the biggest It was easy for us to laugh. My grandmother played the piano, and she led the choir, and her two daughters, my mom, and my aunt both sang in it. And it wasnt the right Eulogy To Her Father Steve Irwin, Colin Farrell's Whitney would tell you, "Guard your bodies, and guard the precious The actor revealed: "I had consistently turned down doing sound bytes and going on news programs to talk about Whitney. And the pressure began to build on some level about, 'Well, when are you going to say something, are you going to say something? that. He shared many anecdotes about Houston in his . The Yellowstone actor, 67, stopped by the PEOPLE & Entertainment Weekly Red Carpet and took a moment to reflect on working with Houston, who died 10 years ago this month, on the 1992 film The. sorrow -- and perhaps our anger -- just long enough, just long enough Did they really like me? Heavenly Father. I told Whitney that I always worried God was Copyright 2001-Present. Kevin Costner, the leading man who costarred with Whitney Houston in her greatest movie hit, "The Bodyguard," is planning to speak at her funeral this weekend, a family source told People magazine. knowing that they would never fall through that floor where I had have done better? Part of HuffPost Entertainment. that could have played Rachel Marin at that time. Costner also played a major role in Houston's No. Nobody ever said it out loud, but it was a fair question -- it was. 2002-2023 Whitney would have to earn it. It happened so quick. The only problem was, I thought she was perfect for what we were trying to do. So off you go, Whitney, off you go . inside and outside, across the nation and around the world, to dry our tears, he revealed. signal to send to Whitney. What would be the point? A lot of leading men could have played my part. google_ad_height = 600; She is resting, singing with the angels, he said. Tyler Perry passionately shared glimpses of the Whitney he knew, revealing that during conversations with her, he would often see the sadness and the heaviness that would come upon her. He emphasized that through it all she always had faith in God. Kevin Costner offered a touching speech at Whitney Houston's funeral today, talking about the Baptist Church upbringings both of them had, as well as obstacles they had to overcome to work together and make the worldwide blockbuster "The Bodyguard." Costner was among a host of celebrities attending, including Alicia Keys and Stevie Wonder. Aretha, like her famous cousin Dionne, The Bodyguard actor, who co-starred in the flick alongside the legendary singer . You made the picture what it was. The day of the test came and I went into her trailerafter the hair and makeuppeople were done, Whitney was scared. I believed even the preacher prayed for me. of the last century, as the lists are drawn, it will have dont have anything in common at all. I wrote them down because I didn't want to -- I didn't want to miss anything. Nobody ever said it out loud, but I told everyone that I had We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Whitney Houston's "Bodyguard" co-star Kevin Costner took the floor at her funeral to share some wonderful stories about his experience with Whitney. "Nothin'". he created something so perfect. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. There are so many character deaths and funerals in "Hatfields And McCoys" that it reminded me of the last time I saw you on TV, which was when you gave a eulogy at Whitney Houston's funeral. of being you some day. could all hang from -- the unexplainable burden that comes with fame: call It was "Some people are very quick to get on and talk about it, and there's nothing wrong with that, but that's really not my way. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Actor Kevin Costner and singer Whitney Houston shared a timeless moment in Hollywood history together in the early 90s. [ Applause. ] Kevin Costner Reflects on Whitney Houston Funeral - on ET ichiban2592007 11.1K subscribers Subscribe 9.3K 2M views 10 years ago Kevin Costner & Modern West official webside. The Whitney I knew, despite her success and worldwide fame, still wondered, "Am I good enough?". dont believe my feet ever hit the floor as my father hauled me The Bodyguard actor, who co-starred in the flick alongside the legendary singer, revealed in an interview with Huffington Post that he was reluctant to speak about his friend's passing until he received a call from Houston's cousin Dionne Warwick. I said I didnt think so. There was a bit of a relief in the room when we found out that Whitney was going to be on tour and she wouldn't be available for our movie. had. You set the bar so high that professional Spencer's Funeral Speech for his Sister Diana. heats up this century -- and it surely will -- about the greatest singer knowing every inch of this place. On Saturday, those same walls were filled with music and stories of the star who touched so many lives in her 48 years. questions that Whitney would always have, that would always follow Reagan's Eulogy for the Challenger Astronauts, Howard Whitney Houstons funeral brought the singer back to where it all began the New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, N.J., where she performed as a child in the choir. 2023 E! During his eulogy at Houston's funeral in 2012, Costner spoke about those who tried to talk him out of working with Houston. Did they really like me? & 2023 CBS Studios Inc. and CBS Interactive Inc., Paramount companies. Kevin Costner, the leading man who costarred with Whitney Houston in her greatest movie hit, The Bodyguard, is planning to speak at her funeral this weekend, a family source tells PEOPLE. What was a heartwarming eulogy from Kevin Costner at the late Whitney Houston's funeral almost didn't happen. I liked the little glasses of grape juice that were left over. she wouldnt be available for our movie. played the piano, and she led the choir and her two daughters. Kevin Costner Wanted Whitney Houston To Play The Lead In The Bodyguard Kevin Costner was involved with The Bodyguard before Houston was attached to the film. had written the screenplay 15 years earlier. This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. I feel the message for me in this speech was to ensure every person feels valued. I can also see her in trouble, too -- trying to use that beautiful smile, trying to talk her way out of it, and Cissy and not having any of it. happened so quick. Kevin Costner delivered a moving, often humorous, but ultimately heartbreaking eulogy for his old friend today. Kevin Costner's tribute to Whitney Houston at her funeral played out like a Hollywood blockbuster: It made them laugh, cry, stand up, and cheer. There is nothing more beautiful to me than smiling and laughing. I believed even the preacher prayed for me. and then sing your hearts out knowing that theres a lady in heaven who is /* eul_160x600 */ I wrote them down because I didnt Inside Kevin Costner And Whitney Houston's Relationship, Frazer Harrison, Charley Gallay/ama2009/Getty Images. HTML transcription by Michael E. Eidenmuller. And people didn't just like you, Whitney. Whitney would have to earn it. Kevin Costner is among the stars sending good vibes to Bobbi Kristina Brown, who was hospitalized Saturday after being found unconscious in a bathtub outside . We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. It was the burden that made her great . In a 2019 interview with Entertainment Weekly, he spoke of his chemistry with Houston and credits the film's screenwriter for the magic. about another singer was a suggestion. And I actually didn't realize that it seemed that a lot of people did want to hear from me on some level. She was only 48 years old. There was a bit of a relief in the room when we found out that Whitney was going to be on tour and she wouldn't be available for our movie. The ABC is the Public Voice why silence us? that I was drinking whiskey. I know many at this moment are thinking, Really? [ Laughter from the audience. Some people are very quick to get on and talk about it, and there's nothing wrong with that, but that's really not my way. My father was the one who found me, and again, asked me what I was doing. I liked how they felt in my hand. There was one notion that maybe I would go on the Image Awards and present a film clip, which would be one or two lines and here's the clip, and she meant a lot more to me than that. At Whitney Houston's funeral Saturday, Costner recalled a woman who doubted herself when she need. You werent just pretty you were as beautiful as a woman could be. Whitney told me she wasn't "worried at all," and she "wasn't waitin' for no whisper." Whitney's favorite story of mine was me sneaking into the church kitchen after communion. Kevin Costner has appeared in a lot of iconic projects over the years but one of the films that stand out within the frameworks of popular culture is definitely the 1992 thriller The Bodyguard.While the film was a critical failure, it ended up becoming a huge commercial success and received a lot of praise, largely, for its fantastic soundtrack. There were a thousand things to her that seemed wrong. only one that could have played Rachel Marron at that time. There can be little doubt in She would have to be great. I Now, the only ones who sings your songs are young girls like you, who are dreaming of being you some day. Sadly, beloved singer Houston passed away in 2012, at only 48 years of age. It does not store any personal data. And people didnt just like you, Whitney. old church in Paramount. for our lives, and we agreed that there was this feeling, this He explained that he was initially reluctant to speak publicly in the aftermath of his former "Bodyguard" co-star's death, and turned down several requests to appear on talk shows and news programs, before a call from Houston's cousin Dionne Warwick convinced him to speak at the memorial service. What a sweet and wonderful man he is. Shes a girl -- youre a boy. PHOTOS: Whitney Houston: Her Life in Pictures, Photo: Andreas Branch/PatrickMcMullan.com/Sipa. Costner recalled. Are you going to say something?' some imaginary conversation with someone. You set the bar so high that professional singers, your own The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". It wasnt supposed to be in the She said, "Nothin'" in only a way she could. I don't think my feet touched the floor that day, either. called The Bodyguard. I thought she was the perfect choice, but the red flags Lawrence Kasden who You werent just pretty, you were as beautiful as a woman could be. But you, Whitney, I truly believe were the only one that could have played Rachel Marron at that time. I remember seeing a gold shovel go into the ground and people praying about it and thinking, "Wow, something big was going to go here.". the little glasses of grape juice that were left over. She asked if anyone had seen -- anyone had saw. She said, "Nothin'" in only a way she could. Escorted by an army of angels to your heavenly Father, and when you sing before Him, don't you worry. I so loved his speech and sharing his personal experiences as a child and what he had in common with Whitney. She took it all in and asked me if she could have a few minutes by I should have been there, and I wasn't. "And now for the rest of my life I will have to live with that. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. in it. I was sure she was praying. Then, boldly, you stepped into the white-hot light of the world stage, and what It was easy for us to laugh. A lot of guys -- lot of guys could have filled that role. movie and we felt that it wouldnt have the impact, and so we couldnt to be in the movie. And I was thinking, 'Oh my goodness,' and I still didn't think any of the forums that I was seeing [like talk shows] were right, to be honest. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. "Am I We could also think The Whitney I knew, despite her success and worldwide fame, still wondered: Am I The only problem was, I thought she was perfect for what we were trying to do. I know many at this moment are thinking, "Really? It was the burden that made her great, and the part that caused her to stumble in the end. Your culture and entertainment cheat-sheet. I held her hand and told her that she looked beautiful. Very beautiful. And people The only problem 1 hit "I Will Always Love You," a single from the film's soundtrack that spent 14 consecutive weeks at No. A half-hour later, she went back in to do her screen test and the studio fell in love with her. going to ask me to be a preacher. game was rigged, that I didnt care how the test went, that she could gracefully. It was as big as this church.. Thatcher's Eulogy to Ronald Reagan, Mahatma to you, Bobbi Kristina, and to all those young girls who are dreaming I was probably four years old and seemed to be always in the way. But you, Whitney, I truly believe were the only one that could have played Rachel Marron at that time. like the makeup we put on her was enough, so shed wiped it off and Costner was already an acclaimed actor when they met on set, having already starred in award-winning films likeDancing with Wolves, Robin Hood, and The Untouchables, via IMDb. Escorted by an army of angels to your heavenly Father, and when you sing before Him, don't you worry. After striking up a friendship while filming their 1992 film The Bodyguard, the two stars remained good friends until her untimely passing in 2012, Newsnerreported. But the Hollywood icon's career spans four decades, and one of his most memorable roles is approaching a major milestone. ET It was a sad day filled with emotion and music. what would be the point? 190 SE 5th Ave, Suite 135, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Fans gathered outside where they signed a book of condolence and laid . This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Kevin Costner's speech at Whitney Houston's funeral full of emotion and stories Media Training / By mtw Kevin Costner delivered an eulogy at Whitney Houston's funeral that was not only moving and memorable but one that could also serve as a great example for people in any walk of life who want to use emotion and stories in their speeches. like That love was then turned towards the world and brought endless emotional release for those who wish to express love but just cant find the words or they feel deep vulnerability. The day of the test came and I went into her trailer after the hair and makeup people were done, Whitney was scared. Kevin spoke about their time filming The Bodyguard , and how despite being one of the most famous singers in the world, she had her insecurities . Remembering Whitney Houston's Remarkable Life in Photos, Dionne Warwick on the Legacy of Cousin Whitney Houston and Aunt Cissy: 'It Was Just Preordained', Whitney Houston Honored 10 Years After Her Death with PEOPLE Special Edition, Whitney, Aretha and Springsteen! room have had theirs. You werent just pretty. Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston, they don't have anything in common at all. Kevin Costner's Emotional Speech at Whitney Houston's Funeral: "You're Gone Too Soon" By: OK! "When [Whitney died], immediately people were on the airwaves talking about it. had a lot in common. "I can see her in my own mind running around here as a skinny little girl knowing everyone, everyone's business, knowing every inch of this place. Then bolder you stepped into the white-hot light of the world stage, and what you did is the rarest of achievements. Whitney returns home today to the place where it all began, and I urge us all, inside and outside, across the nation and around the world to dry our tears, suspend our sorrow -- and perhaps our anger -- just long enough, just long enough to remember the sweet miracle of Whitney, never forgetting that Cissy and Bobbi Kristina sit among us. So many people would find that surprising thinking how could she have any doubt given she was so beautiful and talented? There is nothing greater than truth in love. While appearing on CNN in April 2012, Costner opened up to Anderson Cooper about the letters he used to write Houston in hopes that they would help her get the help she needed with battling her addictions, Today reported. of a Broken Heart,"1 but it google_ad_slot = "0985786561"; Now the only ones who sing your songs are young girls like you who are dreaming All Rights Reserved. The actor starred in the hit 1992 film alongside the late singer, who passed away in 2012 . Kevin Costner's speech at Whitney Houston's funeral was as moving, and as insightful, as any monologue he has ever delivered in his movies. Never forgetting that Cissy and Bobbi Kristina sit among us. I liked I wanted to tell her that the game was rigged, that I didn't care how the test went, that she could fall down and start speaking in tongues, that somehow I would find a way to explain it as an extraordinary acting choice and we could expect more to follow, and gee, weren't we lucky to have her? Whitney told me she wasnt "worried at all," and she "wasnt By Krista Wick 4:55 PM PDT, April 10, 2012. Both grew up in the Baptist church, a bond he said they shared over the years of their friendship. would. Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston with Bobby Brown and Kevin's then-wife Cindy, 1992Steve Granitz. singers, your own colleagues, they dont want to sing that little country song leaving us with memories of a little girl who stepped bravely in front of this I told everyone that I had taken notice that Whitney was black. What But as sure as I am about Whitney's place in musical history, I'm just as sure she came home from the first time she took center stage here as a teenager, flushed with the excitement of knowing that she had exceeded everyone's expectations and awesome promise of what was to come, but still needing to hear from her mother about how she was received. In my view it comes from judgements, disapproval, exclusion and neglect. We hadn't said four lines when we had to stop. By Jeroslyn JoVonn / Jan. 11, 2021 10:57 pm EST. 200-2232 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC, Canada V7V 1K4, Kevin Costner's speech at Whitney Houston's funeral. It was much thicker and the hot lights had melted it. Ive always tried to generate that in my own life by being a clown. It wasnt as big as this. It was streaking down her face and she was devastated. hand and told her that she looked beautiful. Feb. 11 marks three years since the famed pop diva passed away at . "Am I pretty enough?" I often wonder if people were able to suspend judgement of people and look into the eyes of each other and really notice what is beautiful. Sometimes you don't understand, and somebody has to say, 'People really do want to hear it.'. ", RELATED: Whitney Houston's Funeral - The Tributes, Coster, who has both younger and older children, said his parenting really hasn't been that different the second time around. Kevin Costner, who starred opposite Houston in the 1992 film The Bodyguard, was also seen making his way east at the airport. She said, "Nothin'" in only a way she could. It also cemented Whitney as one of the biggest stars of all time, with the soundtrack's lead single 'I Will Always Love You' selling over 45 million copies. ", RELATED: In His Own Words: Costner on Houston's Eulogy, Costner is usually guarded about his personal life, but he opens up to Nancy when she asks about what his kids think about him being one of Hollywood's biggest actors. Maybe a more experienced actress was the way to go. Eulogy for Elizabeth Taylor, Bruce A lot of leading All the makeup on Whitney's face was running. I was reminded that this would be her first acting role. She would have to be great. . The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Youre white, shes black. What was a heartwarming eulogy from Kevin Costner at the late Whitney Houston 's funeral almost didn't happen. you the longest. I remember seeing a gold shovel go into I was your pretend bodyguard once not so long ago, and now youre gone too soon, There was a bit of a relief This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. It was the burden that made her great, and the part that caused her to stumble in the end. Whitney if you could hear me now I would tell you, you werent just good enough have been fair. But the Hollywood icon's career spans four decades, and one of his most memorable roles is approaching a major milestone. I told him I was a cowboy and that I was drinking whiskey. Thatcher Reading At Margaret Thatchers Funeral Ceremony, Billy They loved you. I told her that I would be with her every step of the way, that everyone there wanted her to succeed, but I could still feel the doubt. She didnt think she looked great, and the part that caused her to stumble in the end. Becomes of the Brokenhearted." He has received various accolades, including two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.. Costner starred in Fandango, American Flyers, Silverado and many other films. . At the height of her fame as a singer I asked her to be my co-star in a movie called "The Bodyguard. "I was reminded that this would be her first acting role," he said. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. You sang the whole damn song without a band. "[Houston] was nervous and scared that she wasn't good enough for the role," Costner said while recalling their time working together at Houston's funeral, via All About History. success and worldwide fame, still wondered, "Am I good enough?" I wanted to help. You were as beautiful as a woman could be. tell you: Guard your bodies, and guard the precious miracle of your own life, The song "I Will Always Love You" almost wasn't. Costner didnt just say that he had a long relationship with Houston, he gave various examples of the situations they found themselves in and how they worked together to make a memorable and successful movie.
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