Legendary talk show host Larry King dies at 87

Larry King, a veteran broadcaster, TV personality and the longtime CNN host has passed on at 87.

His son, Chance, confirmed King’s death Saturday morning.

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King hosted “Larry King Live” on CNN for over 25 years.

A statement posted on his verified Facebook account announcing his passing reads, “With profound sadness, Ora Media announces the death of our co-founder, host and friend Larry King, who passed away this morning at age 87 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.”

“For 63 years and across the platforms of radio, television and digital media, Larry’s many thousands of interviews, awards, and global acclaim stand as a testament to his unique and lasting talent as a broadcaster.”