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Bishop at Aretha Franklin's funeral apologises for 'groping' Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande performed 'Natural Woman' at Aretha Franklin's funeral Photo: AFP

It was supposed to be a day to celebrate the life and legacy of legendary soul singer Aretha Franklin.

But the iconic star's funeral became shrouded in controversy, after viewers of the 'homecoming' service which was broadcast around the world claimed that Bishop Charles H Ellis inappropriately touched singer Ariana Grande, 25.

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