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Oprah Winfrey Helps Dr. Maya Angelou Celebrate Her 86th Birthday [Photos]

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Oprah Winfrey spent her Saturday night celebrating the great Dr. Maya Angelou’s 86th birthday.

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The special celebration took place at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC as Mama O said a few words before the unveiling of Dr. Angelou’s portrait, which is being added to the historical gallery.

What an amazing moment in Black history! Get into a few more photos below.

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