is an intern at The Root and senior journalism major at Howard University.
Vernon Jordan
Vernon Jordan, lawyer and former adviser to President Clinton, with former Secretary of Transportation Rodney Slater.
Full House
Many came to reflect on the life of a leader.
Alexis Herman
Former Secretary of Labor Herman spoke about the life of the civil rights pioneer.
Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth
The former Apprentice cast member came to offer condolences.
R. Donahue Peebles and Marion Barry
Former Washington, D.C., Mayor Barry and political activist Peebles came to pay their respects to Dr. Height.
Don King and Susan Taylor
The boxing promoter greets the author and former Essence magazine editor during the ceremony.
Camille Cosby
She shared words with the audience, honoring Dr. Height's lifetime of service.
Denyce Graves
The opera singer serenaded the crowd during the ceremony.
Dick Gregory
The comedic icon attended Dr. Height's ceremony as well.
Every Pew Filled
Mourners from all over the country poured into the Washington National Cathedral to say goodbye to a legend.