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Obamas on Aretha Franklin: ‘Every time she sang, we were all graced with a glimpse of the divine’

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama paid their respects to Aretha Franklin on Thursday, and said the Queen of Soul’s talents were unmatched and her music can be an inspiration to all ...
Washington Examiner

Obama: ‘American history wells up when Aretha sings’

President Obama credits legendary rhythm and blues singer Aretha Franklin with being one of the country’s most influential singers, as part of an expansive profile of the R&B singer in next week’s ...
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Barack and Michelle Obama React to Aretha Franklin’s Death

*Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama paid their respects to Aretha Franklin following her death. The Queen of Soul died Thursday at the age of 76. As noted by TheWrap, earlier ...