In The Mix: Jordin Sparks Talks Whitney Tribute; Performs New "Sparkle' Track at Essence's Black Women in Hollywood Event

Last night Jordin Sparks performed a tribute to her idol Whitney Houston at Essence's annual Black Women in Hollywood event.  Below is a video of her talking about the performance and Whitney.  She performed a Curtis Mayfield single, which was a big hit, in the original Sparkle movie.  Both she and Whitney rerecorded the track for the movie's remake.

Bonus: Jordin talks more Whitney on the Red Carpet.