Whitney Houston's estate has put a stop to a planned hologram duet between the late singer and Christina Aguilera. The collaboration was intended to be a centerpiece performance for a forthcoming TV special on the UK's ITV network. Houston's hologram was set to perform alongside Aguilera on the popular song "I Have Nothing." However, the late singer's estate was not convinced that the hologram technology accurately portrayed Houston's likeness. As a result, they decided to cancel the performance.

The decision was made by Houston's estate, led by her sister-in-law and former manager, Pat Houston.

They believed that the hologram did not truly capture Whitney's essence and iconic presence accurately enough, and thus did not meet the standards they expected. Furthermore, concerns were raised about the quality of the hologram's live performance and how it would align with Houston's reputation as an exceptional vocalist. The estate wanted the hologram representation to be nothing short of remarkable, given the singer's extraordinary talent.

Whitney Houston's hologram was created by a company called Base Hologram, known for their work in producing holographic performances of deceased artists.

In the past, they have organized similar hologram shows for artists like Maria Callas and Roy Orbison. However, even with their expertise, they were unable to satisfy the Houston estate's expectations for this particular duet.

Following the cancellation, a representative from Base Hologram expressed disappointment but respected the estate's decision. They understood the family's concerns and recognized the importance of honoring Whitney Houston's legacy and preserving the integrity of her image.

It is not the first time Whitney Houston's hologram performances have faced challenges. In 2016, a planned hologram appearance during "The Voice" finale was also canceled due to technical difficulties.

The decision to cancel the Whitney Houston hologram duet removes an anticipated highlight from the upcoming TV special. However, fans can expect other performances paying tribute to the late artist, with guest appearances by some contemporary singers.

Ultimately, the Whitney Houston hologram project was scrapped due to concerns that it did not adequately capture the essence and talent of the beloved singer. The estate's decision reflects their commitment to preserving her legacy and ensuring that any representations of her are exceptional.