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The Meaning Behind Aretha Franklin's Red Dress At Her Public Viewing

CLIP08/28/18

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The body of Aretha Franklin was on public display on Tuesday for adoring fans to pay respects, and the Queen of Soul was decked out in a red dress, which had special meaning to the singer.

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