On May 31, 2012, Washington DC came together to celebrate the life and legacy of Chuck Brown, the godfather of Go-Go. The viewing had been held just two days before on the campus of Howard University however on this day, there was more of a feeling of celebration and remembrance as opposed to mourning. In all, 9,000 people poured into the Washington DC Convention Center to pay their final respects. Donnie Simpson was the officiant for the ceremony which hosted many VIP's and celebrity personalities. The event was capped with a stirring eulogy from Dr. Michael Freeman followed by All-Star performance by several Go-Go legends from the Washington DC area.
DC Mayor Vincent Gray
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Marion Barry
Comedian Mike Epps
Comedian Mike Epps
Dr. Michael Freeman
Dr. Michael Freeman
Big G
Rev. Tony Lee
Wedding
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