Larry King death: Tributes to ‘television legend’ after death aged 87
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “With profound sadness, Ora Media announces the death of our co-founder, host and friend Larry King, who passed away this morning aged 87 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles,” read the statement. CNN anchor Jim Acosta wrote: “Broadcasting legend and longtime CNN host Larry King has passed away. #RIPLarryKing.” Former Cheers star Kirstie Alley wrote: “RIP Larry King. Icon.” Christiane Amanpour, CNN’s chief international anchor, wrote: “Larry King was a giant of broadcasting and a master of the TV celebrity/statesman-woman interview.