Saying Goodbye to a Legend

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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.

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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.

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Don King and Susan Taylor

The boxing promoter greets the author and former Essence magazine editor during the ceremony.

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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.

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