Celine Dion was sad on Saturday to learn of the death of interviewer Larry King, whom she had met several times on her popular CNN show.
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On this set, in 2005, the Quebec singer made a big splash – and the pictures also spread around the world – when she told the host, about Hurricane Katrina wreaking havoc in New Orleans, those famous words: “Take the kayak!” (“Take the kayak!”).
Her way was to call on the authorities to help the afflicted. Many of them have resorted to roofs after breaking a dam.
She also scratched the administration of President George W. Bush for the slow reaction, and not hiding her anger or tears in front of Larry King.
Celine Dion donated $ 1 million to support the victims of New Orleans.
Celine Dion wrote on social media, “I feel very sad to learn of Larry King’s death. He was a true gentleman and he always made us feel like we were talking to a friend for life. There wouldn’t be anyone like him and we will unfortunately miss him. I extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. – Celine XX … ”
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