Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Obama Is Honoring A Bunch Of Your Favorite Celebs With The Presidential Medal Of Freedom

You get a medal! You get a medal! Everybody gets a medal!

On Wednesday, the White House announced the names of the 21 people President Barack Obama has decided to honor with his last round of medals.

It's a LONG list.

"From scientists, philanthropists, and public servants to activists, athletes, and artists, these 21 individuals have helped push America forward, inspiring millions of people around the world along the way," Obama said in a statement.

Here's who will be honored at the Nov. 22 ceremony at the White House:

TV host and LGBT activist Ellen DeGeneres

TV host and LGBT activist Ellen DeGeneres

Kevin Lamarque / Reuters

Former NBA star and social justice advocate Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Former NBA star and social justice advocate Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Drew Angerer / Getty Images

Actor Robert De Niro

Actor Robert De Niro

Mario Anzuoni / Reuters


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