Following her shocking death over the weekend, various reports have suggested multiple theories and rumor, like Whitney Houston’s death allegedly caused by a mix of prescription drugs, specifically Xanax, and alcohol. Although no official report has been ruled, the L.A. County Coroner set those claims to rest on Monday morning.

According to TMZ, Whitney’s aunt Mary Jones discovered her body in the bathtub, pulled her out and began administering CPR. Although water was found in Whitney’s lungs, the coroner’s office said there wasn’t enough to suggest that she drowned. The family was reportedly told that she may have died before being submerged. Her body has finally be released to her family.

CISSY HOUSTON RELEASES OFFICIAL STATEMENT

Whitney’s mother, Grammy-winning singer Cissy Houston, issued the following statement and is said to have arranged to have her daughter’s body flown to Atlanta to begin preparations for her funeral, which is scheduled scheduled to occur later this week.

“We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Whitney. This is an unimaginable tragedy and we will miss her terribly. We appreciate the outpouring of love and support from her fans and friends.”

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Singer, actress and most awarded female act of all time Whitney Houston died Saturday (February 11) at the age of 48, publicist Kristen Foster revealed to the Associated Press. Houston was pronounced dead at 3:55 p.m. PST at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, and her cause of death is under investigation.

This disturbing news comes just hours before mentor Clive Davis’s annual pre-Grammy party, in which Houston was much involved. Just yesterday, the star was mentioned as a possible judge on X Factor. Earlier this week, Whitney took the stage at Tru Hollywood for Kelly Price’s “Kelly Price & Friends Unplugged: For the Love of R&B GRAMMY Party”.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Whitney’s family and friends, and we’ll be sure to keep you updated with new information as it becomes available.