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Aretha Franklin Performs The National Anthem At Harvard Graduation

Aretha Franklin performs the National Anthem at Harvard University's 2014 commencement. (Screenshot)
Aretha Franklin performs the National Anthem at Harvard University's 2014 commencement. (Screenshot)

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It’s commencement season, and yesterday at Harvard University, soul legend Aretha Franklin was awarded an honorary Doctor of Arts degree. And just in case anyone doubted the degree was deserved, Franklin sat down at the piano, and schooled those in attendance, with her rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

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