15 minutes into funeral services for Whitney Houston at New Hope Baptist Church, Bobby brown was seen exiting in a visibly upset manner. It was reported he left because of a seating dispute. Bobby brought 9 people (including his other children) to the ceremony but was technically only allowed 3. It was also reported he was not asked to leave, despite the rumors saying so, but left on his own accord.

Here is Bobby's statement he issued today in full: “My children and I were invited to the funeral of my ex-wife Whitney Houston. We were seated by security and then subsequently asked to move on three separate occasions. I fail to understand why security treated my family this way and continue to ask us and no one else to move. Security then prevented me from attempting to see my daughter Bobbi-Kristina. In light of the events, I gave a kiss to the casket of my ex-wife and departed as I refused to create a scene. My children are completely distraught over the events. This was a day to honor Whitney. I doubt Whitney would have wanted this to occur. I will continue to pay my respects to my ex-wife the best way I know how.”


In other Bobby Brown news, he has said he will not be contesting for the custody of Bobbi Kristina, the daughter he had with the late Whitney Houston. The battle between Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston's family is far from over, but the exiled Dad won't be turning to lawyers to reach his goal. And we're glad, because that's the last thing that Bobbi Kristina needs.

Sources are saying that he does want to be there for her, but doesn't want to make things worse in an already tough situation. That's understandable, we just don't know if Bobbi Kristina needs that kind of influence right now, as we're also hearing that she might be battling her own substance demons right now.

What do U think, should he be allowed to be around her??