Aretha Franklinwill be laid to rest on Friday, two weeks after the legendary singerdiedofpancreatic cancerat age 76.
The Queen of Soul’sfuneralwill take place on Friday, Aug. 31 at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, Franklin’s publicist Gwendolyn Quinn previously told PEOPLE.
While the ceremony will be strictly limited to friends and family of the late singer, fans will still have a chance to virtually attend the service.
The funeral comes days afterpublic viewingswere held on Aug. 28 and 29, where fans were able to pay their respects to Franklin in person.
Here’s everything you need to know about Franklin’s funeral.
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When does it all start?
Thesix-hour longcelebration of Franklin’s life and legacy is slated to begin at 8:30 a.m. local time and end at 3 p.m., according toEntertainment Tonight.
The day will begin with a viewing, during which many of the singer’s recordings will be played.
Greater Grace Temple pastor Bishop Charles H. Ellis will be officiating the service, and the Rev. Robert Smith Jr. will be serving as the Co-Officiant.
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Where is it airing?
Starting at 10 a.m., the WORD Network, a religious broadcasting network, will bestreaming the service on its website, according to theDetroit News.
Additionally, PEOPLE.com and PEOPLE’s Facebook will host the livestream.
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Who’s performing?
Being that Franklin began her career singing gospel music, her service will highlight herChristian roots.
Gospel artists Yolanda Adams, Marvin Sapp, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, The Aretha Franklin Choir and the Aretha Franklin Celebration Choir have also been named as performers.
Ariana Grandeis alsoset to sing at the service, theDetroit Free Pressreported.
Jennifer Hudson, who recently signed on to portray Franklin in a biopic based on her memoirAretha: From These Roots,will also pay tribute with a rendition of “Amazing Grace,”according to TMZ.
The outlet also reported that Hill will sing “What A Friend We Have in Jesus,” Kahn will opt for “Going Up Yonder,” while Stevie Wonder will be performing two songs with National Artists, including “The Lord’s Prayer.” They also reported that Ron Isley will sing “His Eye Is On the Sparrow.”
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Franklin’s publicist previously told the outlet that “Aretha was fond” of the 25-year-old singer, and also noted that Franklin’s family appreciatedGrande’s tribute to FranklinonThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallonearlier this month, during which she cried while singing “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.”
During the service, Grande will once again sing Franklin’s iconic hit, according to TMZ.
American IdolalumFantasia Barrino-Taylorwill also be sharing a musical tribute to Franklin, according toEntertainment Tonight.TMZ reported she will be singing hymn “Precious Lord.”
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Who’s speaking?
Former PresidentBill Clinton,Smokey Robinson, Rev. Jesse Jackson,Cicely Tyson, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, Clive Davis, and others will speak at the funeral.
Additionally, Tyler Perry will pay his respects, according toEntertainment Tonight.
source: people.com
