‘Graduate Together’ — PICS

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May 16, 2020 10:50PM EDT

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — LeBron James speaks during the ‘Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020’ broadcast on May 16, 2020. The NBA star helped make the incredible event happen through his organization, The LeBron James Family Foundation, alongside presenter XQ Institute and The Entertainment Industry Foundation.

During his appearance, the LA Laker delivered an inspiring speech for the Graduating Class of 2020. “Tonight’s for you!” he began the virtual event, hosted amidst the COVID-19 pandemic that cancelled thousands of graduation ceremonies across the country. “Our schools are our safety net. Our people build our communities and as you continue to build… As you celebrate tonight do not forget your safety net — every teacher, coach and pastor — them along with friends and family .. accept every challenge, strive for greatness, and I know thats the last thing you guys want to think about …. it’s the truth, the community needs you,” he also said.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Former President Barack Obama addressed 2020 graduates on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. “Graduating is a big achievement in any circumstance…and as much as you love your parents, being stuck at home with them and watching ‘Tiger King’ on TV is not exactly how you envisioned your senior year,” he said in his speech.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Kevin, Nick and Joe Jonas perform ‘X’ on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The trio looked like they were having so much fun during the epic virtual performance to commemorate the graduating class of 2020!

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Malala Yousafzai, a 2020 grad herself, speaks during ‘Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020’ special. The class of 2020 won’t be defined by what we lost to this virus, but how we responded to it,” she concluded, poignantly adding, “The world is yours now, and I can’t wait to see what you make of it.”

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — “I just want to give a quick shout out to the seniors… every moment from the ones you were born to the life-changing events they all make you add up to the class of 2020,” Zendaya said on the special. The star kept her hair in a top knot bun as she filmed her speech outdoors.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Alicia Keys is seen performing on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The star was seated at her home piano in a red Varsity-style jacket.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Dua Lipa is seen performing on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The singer delivered a fun and uplifting performance, showing off her vocal range.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Julianne Moore speaks during Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 on May 16. The star was cozy in her home as she addressed students across the country, who’s graduation ceremonies have been cancelled due to COVID-19.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Olivia Wilde speaks during ‘Graduate Together: America Honors’ the High School Class of 2020 on May 16. The star introduced the incredible Malala Yousafzai’s commencement speech.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Pharrell addressed students on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The superstar singer and producer rocked a pair of sunglasses as she filmed his speech on his sunny balcony.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Shaquille O’Neal addresses graduating high school and college students on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The retired NBA star spoke from his dining room.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Teen favorite Timothee Chalamet appears on the ‘Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020’ special on May 16. The actor rocked a black t-shirt and necklace for the broadcast.

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Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020

Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 — Yara Shahidi appears on the ‘Graduate Together’ special. The actress rocked a preppy yellow sweater vest and chambray button down shirt for the event.

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