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'Instead of goodbye, how about so long?': Friends and fans remember veteran talk show host Larry King

'Instead of goodbye, how about so long?': Friends and fans remember veteran talk show host Larry King

In a six-decade career, King interviewed the world’s most important and famous people.
23 Jan, 2021

Larry King, who quizzed thousands of world leaders, politicians and entertainers for CNN and other news outlets in a career spanning more than six decades, has died aged 87.

King was reported to have been hospitalised in Los Angeles with a Covid-19 infection.

Millions watched King interview world leaders, entertainers and other celebrities on CNN’s Larry King Live, which ran from 1985 to 2010. Hunched over his desk in rolled-up shirt sleeves and owlish glasses, he made his show one of the network’s prime attractions with a mix of interviews, political discussions, current event debates and phone calls from viewers.

His influence on the media landscape is irrefutable and today, as news spread of his demise, many paid rich tributes to the late anchor and his legacy.

CNN shared a poignant moment from King's show and a message from network president Jeff Zucker.

Hamid Mir, a household name when it comes to Pakistani news shows, called King "an inspiration and institution for youngsters".

PTI minister Fawad Chaudhry shared a quote by King in his condolence message.

"It seems like Larry King has been in broadcasting for longer than time itself," wrote CNN correspondent Sara Sidner.

Sophia Saifi, another CNN correspondent, spoke of his far-reaching legacy.

British host Piers Morgan, while acknowledging differences with his predecessor, called King "a brilliant broadcaster & masterful TV interviewer".

Christiane Amanpour, CNN’s chief international anchor, recalled how "EVERYONE wanted to be on Larry King Live".

New York Mayor Andrew Cuomo sent condolences to the family and "many friends" of the Brooklyn-born presenter.

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THE MORNING STAR, MD. Jan 23, 2021 08:50pm
It was not Larry King people were watching CNN.
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well-wisher Jan 23, 2021 08:53pm
RIP, Larry.
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Masood Hasan Jan 23, 2021 09:15pm
Very sad to hear about Larry king passed away.
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Changez Khan Jan 23, 2021 10:17pm
Goodbye.
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NYS Jan 23, 2021 10:25pm
ALAS! Larry train of memories Covid cause demise Irreparable loss no other can fill this void
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jan 23, 2021 11:50pm
What a grave and great tragedy? Inna Lilla Hay Waa innn Illehey Rajayoon.
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Ali Jan 23, 2021 11:53pm
Larry King was indeed a legendary broadcaster. I loved the way he uncovered the truth by making the interviewees shair their hearts and mjnds with the viewers in the course of his show. His engaging shows would be remembered for long in the world of broadcasting.
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Toni Jan 24, 2021 05:15am
Let us lift Pakistan journalism to that level without bias. It helps the poor to understand, and be literate about their country's socio-economic direction. Its an obligation upon the media to inform with honesty (SADIQ and AMIN) to assist minimisation of any mass ignorance and enhancement of the working knowledge to manage daily living; be a contributor distributor of wisdom.
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Sab Se Pehle Pakistan Jan 24, 2021 08:36am
You will be missed Sir. Rip.
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Zak Jan 24, 2021 08:42am
RIP Larry.
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Zak Jan 24, 2021 08:43am
Corona is taking away too many good talented people.
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NK Ali Jan 25, 2021 11:06am
Indeed it was a pleasurer and delight to watch "Larry King live " " 07:00 am in the morning on CNN. He retired and joined another TV station with Carlos Slim, the Mexican billionaire. He will be missed. RIP Larry King. Salams
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