Aretha Franklin's funeral in pictures

Getty ImagesThe funeral for Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul, was held on Friday in Detroit.
Stars and fans gathered to mourn the soul singer, who died earlier this month from pancreatic cancer at the age of 76.
Chaka Khan, Ariana Grande and Smokey Robinson were among those who performed and paid tribute during the six-hour service.
Here are some pictures from the ceremony.

Getty ImagesFormer US president Bill Clinton, singer Ariana Grande and her fiance Pete Davidson posed for a photograph before the ceremony

Getty ImagesFantasia Barrino-Taylor kicked off her shoes as she sang Precious Lord, Take My Hand and You've Got A Friend

EPASmokey Robinson addressed Franklin directly in his tribute

Getty ImagesChaka Khan performed gospel classic Going Up Yonder

EPAActor and filmmaker Tyler Perry recalled his mother playing Franklin's music in the family car

Getty ImagesAriana Grande performed (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman at the start of the service

ReutersStevie Wonder performed As

ReutersMourners lined the streets outside the Greater Grace Temple, where the funeral is taking place, with thousands watching the service on a big screen

ReutersJennifer Hudson sang Amazing Grace

EPAFormer NBA star Isaiah Thomas said Franklin "found a way to inspire all of us with hope, love and dreams through her music"

ReutersA Cadillac with Aretha's name emblazoned on the front was seen at the service

ReutersJesse Jackson said Franklin had "perhaps the most remarkable and unique voice the world has ever heard"

Getty ImagesFormer US presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and singer Ariana Grande spoke before the ceremony