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Reaction to Rev. Billy Graham's passing pours in from around the world

The Rev. Billy Graham, counselor to presidents and the most widely heard Christian evangelist in history, has died at age 99.

Reaction to his passing is pouring in from around the world.

In a statement, Gov. Roy Cooper said:

"Billy Graham was a strong, humble, positive and passionate North Carolina man of faith who made a difference in the lives of so many. Rest with God, Reverend Graham."