In Pictures: Star-studded farewell to Aretha Franklin

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Celebrities and politicians have attended the funeral of soul star Aretha Franklin, while thousands of her fans lined the streets outside the Detroit church.

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The gold casket of legendary singer Aretha Franklin is carried into Greater Grace Temple in Detroit ahead of her funeral service (Paul Sancya/AP)

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Former US president Bill Clinton poses for a photo with Ariana Grande and her partner Pete Davidson inside the church (Paul Sancya/AP)

A person holds a programme during the service (Paul Sancya/AP)

Fellow soul legend Smokey Robinson blows a kiss during the funeral service (Paul Sancya/AP)

Former president Bill Clinton fondly remember the Queen of Soul (Paul Sancya/AP)

Jennifer Hudson performs during the service for Aretha Franklin (Paul Sancya/AP)

Another soul legend Gladys Knight performs during service (Paul Sancya/AP)

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Stevie Wonder delivered an emotional performance at the ceremony (Paul Sancya/AP)

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