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PHOTO: President Clinton and Vice-President Al Gore are interviewed by Larry King June 5, 1999 at the White House.
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, tweeted, \"I mourn the passing of Larry King whom I have known for nearly 40 years. He was a great interviewer - sensitivity, humorous and witty. And he actually let you talk! An all around mensch. Millions around the world shall miss him, including myself.\"

CNN founder Ted Turner said in a statement, \"Larry was one of my closest and dearest friends and, in my opinion, the world’s greatest broadcast journalist of all time. If anyone asked me what are my greatest career achievements in life; one is the creation of CNN, and the other is hiring Larry King. Like so many who worked with and knew Larry, he was a consummate professional, an amazing mentor to many and a good friend to all. The world has lost a true legend.\"

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PHOTO: Larry King speaks to guests at a party held by CNN, celebrating King's fifty years of broadcasting in New York, April 18, 2007.
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CNN President Jeff Zucker said in a statement, \"We mourn the passing of our colleague Larry King. The scrappy young man from Brooklyn had a history-making career spanning radio and television. His curiosity about the world propelled his award-winning career in broadcasting, but it was his generosity of spirit that drew the world to him.\"

\"We are so proud of the 25 years he spent with CNN, where his newsmaker interviews truly put the network on the international stage,\" Zucker said. \"From our CNN family to Larry’s, we send our thoughts and prayers, and a promise to carry on his curiosity for the world in our work.\"

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PHOTO: Russian President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with Larry King before a taping of "The Larry King Show" in New York, Sept. 8, 2000.
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Here are more tributes to King:

I am saddened by the news of Larry King’s passing. He was a unique & legendary interviewer with a talent for putting his guests at ease while getting answers to the most important questions of interest to the millions who tuned in each night. He will be greatly missed.

— Al Gore (@algore) January 23, 2021

Larry King was a Brooklyn boy who become a newsman who interviewed the newsmakers. He conducted over 50,000 interviews that informed Americans in a clear and plain way.

New York sends condolences to his family and many friends.

— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) 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

I lost a dear friend and mentor. Truly an American treasure. Rest in peace, Larry King. pic.twitter.com/eQhSYgPqNy

— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) January 23, 2021

I’m deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Broadcasting legend extraordinaire, Larry King. I knew Larry for over 30 years and did his podcast just a month or two ago. He was a genuine and well meaning man. pic.twitter.com/8iEGd8rO1j

— Reverend Al Sharpton (@TheRevAl) January 23, 2021

My friend Larry King has died.

It is literally true that thousands of us can make that sad statement this morning. While he was easily caricatured, I’ve never known anybody who made a bigger deal out of the slightest kindness afforded him. #RIPLarryKing

1) 25 years ago... pic.twitter.com/CrA6tleJDH

— Keith Olbermann (@KeithOlbermann) January 23, 2021

Larry King was a friend through thick and thin. A masterful interviewer and storyteller. He helped put CNN on the map by making news through the art of dialogue.. May he Rest In Peace.

— Dan Rather (@DanRather) January 23, 2021

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

Larry King. A true Broadcaster, communicator and a man interested in all things. He loved comedy and Comedians loved him. Thankful I got to spend time with him and make him laugh. My heart’s with his children at the loss of the one and only @kingsthings 💙 pic.twitter.com/YXurxLwc0K

— bob saget (@bobsaget) January 23, 2021

Just heard the awful news about Larry King. He taught me so much. He was a true mensch. He probably even taught me that word.
So long pal, thanks for all the laughs. Say hi to Rickles. #RIPLarryKing

— Craig Ferguson (@CraigyFerg) January 23, 2021

Larry King was a legendary radio and tv pioneer. I always loved doing his tv shows and occasionally he would ask me to guest host while he was on vacation. One with Jack Hanna and animals from the Columbus Zoo remains a favorite. Larry will be missed but he left fond memories.

— Newt Gingrich (@newtgingrich) January 23, 2021

Larry King was my @CNN colleague and good friend. He was an amazing interviewer and a mentor to so many of us. He loved what he did and all of us loved him. He was a real mensch. My Deepest Condolences to his loving family. May He Rest In Peace and May His Memory Be A Blessing. pic.twitter.com/gIdHbI0knd

— Wolf Blitzer (@wolfblitzer) January 23, 2021

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

Goodbye and Godspeed to Larry King; a great interviewer and a great listener, and they are not the same thing. He always made me feel as though I were the only person in the room. Condolences to his family, friends, and fans around the world. pic.twitter.com/mOi5v6RAdB

— bettemidler (@BetteMidler) 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

Thanks for the countless interviews and insights, Larry King. You understood human triumph and frailty equally well, and that is no easy feat. There was no one else like you, and you shall be missed. Rest with the heavens now.

— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) January 23, 2021

The Los Angeles Dodgers are saddened by the passing of Larry King and offer their deepest condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/Di0aw7LZ5R

— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) January 23, 2021

Oh no!!! RIP Larry King...what a Titan you were! One of our true icons. You are no longer in pain. Rest well
💔💛🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 pic.twitter.com/m8gQWgRR0I

— Viola Davis (@violadavis) January 23, 2021

RIP Larry King!!!! I loved the easy breezy format of his CNN show, and his amazing voice.

— Andy Cohen (@Andy) January 23, 2021

I’ve had the honor of being interviewed by Larry King multiple times in my life. It was always a joy and a pleasure. He truly was the King of Talk. On a personal level, I’ll miss him. Professionally, we’ll all miss him. Rest In Peace, my friend. pic.twitter.com/lPt2BZybva

— Jesse Ventura (@GovJVentura) January 23, 2021
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