In the 1997 version of Cinderella, starring Brandy, the role of the Fairy Godmother is played by Whitney Houston. Houston also served as executive producer for the movie and contributed a few songs to the soundtrack. Her portrayal of the Fairy Godmother was praised for its warmth and humor, and Houston's presence added to the film's star power and appeal to audiences. Sadly, Houston passed away in 2012, making her performance in Cinderella one of her last recorded works.