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Anderson Cooper breaks down during Orlando victims tribute
CNN anchor tears up reciting names
Anderson Cooper became emotional while reciting the names of the victims in the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Fla., on Monday.
“We begin tonight with their names, the names of the 48 out of 49 people who have so far been identified, victims of the deadliest mass shooting in American history,” Cooper says.
“There’s one name I want to tell you that you will not hear during this broadcast tonight, one picture of a person you won’t see,” Cooper continued.”We will not say the gunman’s name or show his photograph. It’s been shown far too much already.”
The CNN anchor teared up while reading the names and ages of the victims as well as facts, when known, about their lives.
“They are more than a list of names. They are people who loved and who were loved.” – @andersoncooper #Orlando https://t.co/DkxxPC1XtW
— Anderson Cooper 360° (@AC360) June 14, 2016
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PHOTOS: Shenandoah Valley Pride
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The 2026 Shenandoah Valley Pride Festival was held at Turner Pavilion in Harrisonburg, Va. on Sunday, Sept. 20.
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LGBTQ youth services organization honors Robert White, Japer Bowles, Washington Capitals
The Wanda Alston Foundation held its Fall Reception at the Penthouse Rooftop at The Wharf on Friday, Sept. 18. Honorees included D.C. Councilmember Robert White, Director of the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs Japer Bowles, and the Washington Capitals. Rayceen Pendarvis served as the emcee and entertainment was provided by the Thomas Circle Singers.
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