Larry King death latest – Oprah Winfrey, Bill Clinton, and Madonna pay tribute to legendary talk show host

Oprah Winfrey, Bill Clinton, and Madonna have been among those paying tribute to legendary talk show host Larry King.

King, whose career as a broadcaster lasted more than 60 years, died yesterday aged 87 after being hospitalised with coronavirus.

The news was announced on his official Twitter page, sparking a flurry of tributes from the world of media and beyond.

Writing on twitter, Winfrey said: “It was always a treat to sit at your table. Thank you Larry King.”

Former president Clinton said: “[Larry] 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. Farewell, my friend.”

Fellow talk show host Jimmy Kimmel added that King was “one of the greats”.

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