The death of Larry King has reacted many personalities who have paid tribute to this icon of the American small screen.
His interviews marked American television. Larry King, an iconic journalist from the small screen across the Atlantic, has died at the age of 87. From Valdimir Poutine to Bill Clinton and Celine Dion, many politicians and public figures have paid tribute to him. The Russian president, who has been interviewed several times by Larry King, praised the memory and “great professionalism” of the American journalist, the Kremlin announced on Saturday. Bill Clinton remembered him from their many talks, more than 20 according to the accounts of the former US president. “He had a good sense of humor and a genuine interest in people,” he responded, praising the way he “worked hard to get the truth for Americans with straightforward but fair questions.” “Goodbye my friend,” he added.
I enjoyed my 20+ interviews with Larry King over the years. He had a great sense of humor and a genuine interest in people. He gave a direct line to the American people and worked hard to get the truth for them, with questions that were direct but fair. Farewell, my friend. pic.twitter.com/Q28Xy4F91W
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) January 23, 2021
“I am sad to hear of the passing of Larry King. He was such a gentleman, he made us feel like we were chatting with an old friend. There will never be another like him and he will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences to her family and friends, ”Celine Dion wrote on Twitter.
I’m sad to learn about Larry King’s passing.He was such a kind gentleman, and he made all of us feel as though we were speaking with a lifelong friend.There will never be anyone like him, and he will be missed by many. My sincerest condolences to his family & friends. Celine xx… pic.twitter.com/NBw0hpCDoj
– Celine Dion (@celinedion) January 23, 2021
Reese Witherspoon paid tribute to a “deeply caring, intelligent and kind man” while 50 Cent hailed “a legend” and Magic Johnson returned to 42 years of friendship with the journalist, “one of the best interviewers of television ”.
So sad to hear the news about Larry King today. I was lucky enough to be interviewed by him and see his unique interview style first hand. He was a deeply thoughtful, intelligent, kind man… Sending love to his family & all of his many fans.
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) January 23, 2021
I’ve known Larry King since I arrived in LA 42 years ago. Larry King Live changed CNN in the 80s blending entertainment with news & I loved being on the show.
Larry was one of the best interviewers on TV. Always well prepared, asked intelligent questions, & always made the pic.twitter.com/kuDOx6gob5— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 23, 2021
He was one of a kind! May he Rest In Peace. #LarryKingpic.twitter.com/cN5amzQuDr
— Barbra Streisand (@BarbraStreisand) January 23, 2021
R.i.P To the legend Larry King God bless him. pic.twitter.com/2BwiN5O2rb
— 50cent (@50cent) January 23, 2021
“It was a pleasure to sit at your table. And listen to your stories. Thank you Larry King »reacted Oprah Winfrey, another great figure of American television.
It was always a treat to sit at your table. And hear your stories. Thank you Larry King. pic.twitter.com/O66uEXeJE4
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) January 23, 2021
How many hundreds of hours did I spend watching and enjoying Larry King? When I finally met him he was everything I hoped he would be. Funny and kind. The Uncle you loved more than anyone else in your family. He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/y6PTatxEyb
— Judd Apatow (@JuddApatow) January 23, 2021
When I was a young morning DJ, I listened to Larry King’s overnight radio show every night on my way to work. He was one of the greats and I am glad to have known him “Bethesda, Maryland you’re on the air…”
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) January 23, 2021
It is with emotion and affection that I remember #LarryKing, king of the talk show and legendary face of @CNN, a remarkable individual, a great journalist and a good man who loved life deeply.
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– Andrea Bocelli (@AndreaBocelli) January 23, 2021
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