Larry King, legendary talk show host, dies at 87

Larry King, the longtime CNN host who became an icon through his interviews with countless newsmakers and his sartorial sensibilities, has died. He was 87.

King hosted "Larry King Live" on CNN for over 25 years, interviewing presidential candidates, celebrities, athletes, movie stars and everyday people. He retired in 2010 after taping more than 6,000 episodes of the show.

[foreclearing]

Is no one going to talk about how much of a fucking badass this man was? He had a heart attack, diabetes, survived both prostate and lung cancer on top of having quintuple bypass surgery! One of the toughest men I’ve seen in my life. And still one of the kindest men to have existed

[thpuertoplata]

The Best because he let people talk, he listened, and didn’t judge. No one was afraid to talk with Larry and speak their mind.

[squamish]

He's one of those guys who was always old in my lifetime.

[dothebartman]

Was really the master interviewer. Had a perfect balance of an easy-going demeanor and humor with a non judgemental attitude, but was able to still subtly challenge and ask poignant questions. Its really amazing how much he'd get almost everyone to open up to him. Rip King King

[Bouncybon]

Such a delightful man. As a Brit I didn't know him, but discovered Larry recently when he interviewed John Mulaney. It was brilliant.

[Novaera]

I moved to Vienna, Austria in 2010, and didn't know the language or have any friends. The only English speaking TV channel I had was CNN, and Larry King became a good friend and great company in the evenings. RIP

[altairiel]

Can't think of a single person who doesn't know who Larry King was, even if you didn't watch him, you know who he is. This man is legendary

[danielthomas]

The man never lost a step. He said what was on his mind. Asking the questions we all had. Rest easy

[Soluchi-InfiniteCoCreatorGod]

Sending my condolences to his family, and wishing them all the best. ❤️

[ninotoyepthomi]

*“Instead of goodbye, how about so long?”*

_Larry King Signing off_

[mgcal]

Never been a better interviewer in history. Dude is the DEFINITION of an icon. You will be missed, Mr. King

[AprilLashon]

“I remind myself every morning: Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I'm going to learn, I must do it by listening.”-Larry King



Rest In Power Larry King

[justinakavanagh]

God, I'm going to miss this guy, he was the best. I love his style and his voice. Rest easy Larry.

[Cpre]

Sorry to hear this. I used to love watching him at night. Best interviewer, not afraid to ask the real questions, easy to talk to. When his show ended on CNN, I barely watched CNN for 1.5 year after he was gone.

[Jjonathanhart]

Larry King always looked and acted like a police detective.

[lucy]

My deepest condolences to his families and friends. May he R.I.P

[lalitharavindran]

I felt he would live to be a 100 easily. 87 seems not enough. The best interviewer. Simple, short, open question and no interruptions.

[KhalsaLS]

Salute from a Kenyan fan. Go well, Larry. You were truly, the King of Talk.

[nickbarcheck]

Larry King was a magnificent interviewer and person. He was so terribly afraid of dying. I hope he was at peace at the end. What a legend. I grew up watching him every day. Thanks for everything, Larry. So long, buddy.

[GiantHunger]

Well at least he live long enough to know who's the 46th president.
Rip Larry King