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The program
A man holds up the program for Whitney Houston funeral at New Hope Baptist Church on February 18, 2012 in Newark, New Jersey.
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The church
A makeshift memorial is seen prior to the funeral services for Whitney Houston at the New Hope Baptist Church on February 18, 2012 in Newark, New Jersey.
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The fans start to gather
Fans mourn at the funeral service for Whitney Houston on February 18, 2012 in Newark, New Jersey.
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Outpouring of emotion
Fans gather on the street to show support during the funeral service for Whitney Houston.
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Flowers and balloons
A makeshift memorial is set up for the funeral serives for Whitney Houston outside the New Hope Baptist Church.
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The hearse
The hearse carrying the body of singer Whitney Houston leaves the Whigham Funeral Home.
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The world watches
Signs report on Whitney Houston’s funeral in Times Square on February 18, 2012 in New York City.
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Star guests
Stevie Wonder leaves the funeral service for Whitney Houston.
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A musical gathering
Recording artist Jaheim (L) attends Whitney Houston’s funeral on February 18, 2012 in Newark, New Jersey.
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Media presence
Rev. Jesse Jackson being interviewed by the media at the funeral service for Whitney Houston.
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Personalities
Rev. Al Sharpton interviewed by the media after the funeral service for Whitney Houston.
