Monique Houston, the ex-wife of Whitney Houston’s brother, Gary, is levying some serious allegations this week claiming he and his wife, Pat Houston, were abusive. In addition, Houston says Gary repeatedly discussed using cocaine with Whitney.
“I never witnessed her (Whitney) actually use. I just know what he has communicated to me in the past. Gary has had an addiction issue. (His brother) Michael also and, as we see, Whitney did too,” says Houston. “I don’t know how much cocaine she did in the prior years when I was around. I just know that he used to communicate, you know, smoking the joints with the cocaine in it.”
While Monique Houston has divorced Gary, she tells Eurweb he and his wife, Whitney Houston’s manager, Pat, have been consistently abusive and have harassed her and her kids.
“He has not maintained a healthy relationship with his kids. Towards me, he’s very bitter. I believe even if you divorce you should try to maintain a healthy relationship with the mother of your child as much as possible and your children,” says Houston. “Once he didn’t have that hold on me, then any opportunity to be financially abusive started to come in to play. I kind of feel like the only way to really hurt me is to withdraw from the kids. When Gary and Pat were first married, there was a lot of harassment that went on towards me, calling and sending crazy pictures in the mail, leaving crazy voicemails. I don’t understand that type of mentality either, when another woman participates in that ongoing bitter struggle with the ex-woman.”
Claiming their marriage dissolved due to his struggle with drugs, Houston claims to be unsure if he was using when Whitney died.
“I don’t know what his status is presently,” Houston said after admitting he’s been “back and forth for many years.”
This is not the first time Monique has spoken out. She appeared on Dr. Drew’s HLN series shortly after Whitney Houston’s death. There she discussed the family’s alleged struggle with substance abuse and her relationship with the late “I Will Always Love” you singer.
Monique Houston is a name that has been in the public eye for many years. She was Whitney Houston’s manager, and her brother would later be accused of being physically and emotionally abusive to the late singer. But who is Monique Houston? This article dives into her life story, from her career beginnings all the way up until now.
From an early age, Monique had a passion for music. Starting out as an intern at Arista Records in 1986, she soon began climbing the ranks and eventually became vice president of A&R (Artists & Repertoire). It wasn’t long before Monique started managing artists on behalf of Arista, including one very special client: Whitney Houston. For 22 years, Monique served as Whitney’s manager and close confidant.
Monique’s relationship with Whitney endured highs and lows over those two decades, but ultimately it ended in tragedy when Whitney passed away in 2012. Since then, things have only gotten more complicated for Monique as her own brother Gary Garland-Houston faces allegations about his treatment towards Whitney during their professional partnership. We’ll explore these accusations further in this article – stay tuned!
Background Of Monique Houston
Monique Houston was born in 1962 and is the younger brother of singer/actress Whitney Houston. She began her career as a personal assistant to Whitney, eventually becoming her manager. As Whitney’s success grew, Monique became increasingly involved in managing her sister’s affairs and events.
Throughout their professional relationship, it has been reported that Whitney often had difficulty trusting Monique due to issues surrounding trust from childhood experiences. It is alleged that there were times when Monique could be abusive towards Whitney both verbally and physically. In one instance, during an argument in 1989 between the two sisters, Monique reportedly threw a glass at Whitney which resulted in an injury requiring medical attention.
The allegations about Monique’s behavior have not been definitively confirmed or denied by either party; however, many people close to the situation believe these reports are true based on the accounts of those who witnessed them firsthand. The conflict between Whitney and Monique may have played a role in some of the difficulties she faced later in life including financial troubles, substance abuse and health problems leading to her untimely death in 2012.
Allegations Of Abuse
Allegations of abuse by Monique Houston towards her sister Whitney have been reported for many years. Although neither party has confirmed or denied the reports, there are numerous accounts from people who claim to have witnessed the alleged incidents firsthand. In 1989, a physical altercation between the two reportedly resulted in an injury requiring medical attention when Monique threw a glass at her sister. It’s speculated that this type of behavior may have had a negative impact on Whitney’s well-being and contributed to some of her struggles later in life.
In addition to physical violence, it is believed that Monique used verbal aggression as well which could further contribute to Whitney’s difficulties with trust and other personal issues. The intensity of their relationship was so great that at times they seemed inseparable; however, this closeness also meant that any disagreements could quickly become heated and result in confrontational interactions.
The exact nature of their relationship remains unknown but what is clear is that whatever happened caused serious damage both emotionally and physically for Whitney during an important period in her life. Whether these allegations are true or not will never be known for certain; however, it is likely that their conflict played a role in some of the hardships she faced leading up to her death in 2012.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Monique Houston’s story is a sad one. She experienced a lot of emotional and physical abuse from her brother, Whitney Houston’s manager. It’s heartbreaking to think that someone she trusted would mistreat her in such a way. Even though it has been many years since the alleged abuse happened, this incident serves as an important reminder that no one should have to live with abuse or fear for their safety.
Whitney was an iconic singer whose legacy will continue to inspire people around the world. Sadly, there are dark chapters in her life which include allegations of domestic violence against Monique by those closest to her. This situation highlights the importance of addressing domestic violence, especially when it involves family members or loved ones. No one deserves to be treated badly regardless of who they are related to or what kind of fame they possess.
It is important for everyone to remember that support systems exist if anyone ever finds themselves in similar situations as Monique did all those years ago. People should never feel ashamed or alone if they experience any kind of abuse; help and resources are available so don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance whenever needed.