Brandy & Monica share a moment during Clive Davis’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala at The Beverly Hilton Hotel last evening Feb 11, in Beverly Hills, California.

The duo looked somber in a room filled with stars as news of Whitney Houston’s death were confirmed.

Check out the video below of Brandy & Monica along with Clive Davis taking about Whitney’s influence few days before her shocking death.

Brandy’s brother Ray-J, who had a personal connection with Whitney was not present.

From Diana Ross, to Gabrielle Union, Britney Spears, to Jennifer Hudson, to Kim Kardashian, Adam Lambert, Serena Williams, Diddy, Toni Braxton, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Dr. Dre, Jamie Foxx, Gayle King, Wiz Kahlifa – just about everyone was there at the Pre-Grammy bash.

Check out LOTS OF PHOTOS on the red carpet and inside the Pre-Grammy Gala. Enjoy!!

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