Gospel Singer BeBe Winans Shares How Whitney Houston Helped Him During A Major Life Moment

“She was a sister, and beyond a sister,” the artist recalled.

BeBe Winans, a gospel singer who shared a decades-long friendship with R&B powerhouse Whitney Houston, is opening up about his fondest memories of her.

In an exclusive interview with People, Winans said Houston “was a sister, and beyond a sister.”

Winans alluded to how the superstar often felt burdened by her global success. She frequently wanted to do regular activities, such as walking around the mall, but her celebrity status made it difficult, he said.

“She was someone who had such a big heart and loved people and wanted to help people, but sometimes felt caged because of her success and her fame,” the artist recalled.

Winans also recounted how the “I Will Always Love You” singer helped him purchase a home, saying Houston “flew in” to help him tour a home that he was considering purchasing.