is an intern at The Root and senior journalism major at Howard University.
Vernon Jordan

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Vernon Jordan, lawyer and former adviser to President Clinton, with former Secretary of Transportation Rodney Slater.
Full House

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Many came to reflect on the life of a leader.
Alexis Herman

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Former Secretary of Labor Herman spoke about the life of the civil rights pioneer.
Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth

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The former Apprentice cast member came to offer condolences.
R. Donahue Peebles and Marion Barry

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Former Washington, D.C., Mayor Barry and political activist Peebles came to pay their respects to Dr. Height.
Don King and Susan Taylor

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

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She shared words with the audience, honoring Dr. Height's lifetime of service.
Denyce Graves

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The opera singer serenaded the crowd during the ceremony.
Dick Gregory

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The comedic icon attended Dr. Height's ceremony as well.
Every Pew Filled

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Mourners from all over the country poured into the Washington National Cathedral to say goodbye to a legend.
