I was never much of a Whitney Houston fan, but her death just reminds me of the tragedy that fame and life in the spotlight can do.

As I reflect on what I knew from her life through Entertainment Tonight, I wonder if we loved to hate her. She seemed plagued by those looking to find fault in everything she did. She fell in love with a man who wasn't good for her and the media kept the pressure up. Is it any wonder she had difficulty with drugs?

Whatever the reason she is no longer here, I feel for the life that is no more. I also hope that she's found peace. Life is tough. Some people just need a break.

RIP