Kate Laurensen is a veteran reporter. She started out covering entertainment news for the local city paper before moving up to the City desk. She studied journalism at San Francisco City College for the Arts.
November 20 , 2025
Washington, D.C. — Former Vice President Dick Cheney was laid to rest on Wednesday in a solemn ceremony attended by political leaders, dignitaries, and longtime colleagues. The service, held at the Washington National Cathedral, featured an unexpected yet poignant musical tribute from actor and singer Kevin Spacey.
Spacey, who in recent years has pursued a second career as a nightclub performer, delivered a moving rendition of the classic hymn “Amazing Grace.” The performance, accompanied by a small string ensemble, brought many attendees to tears. Witnesses said the most visibly moved among them was former President Bill Clinton, who bowed his head during the final verse.
Cheney’s service combined military decorum with moments of personal reflection. Eulogies were delivered by several figures from across the political spectrum, highlighting Cheney’s impact on U.S. defense policy and his long tenure in public life. The inclusion of Spacey’s performance, reportedly requested by members of the Cheney family, added a deeply personal note to the proceedings.
After the service, several attendees described the atmosphere as one of both mourning and reconciliation. “It was unexpected, but it felt right,” one guest said. “It reminded everyone that even the most powerful lives share the same human fragility.”
Spacey did not speak publicly after the performance and left the cathedral quietly, while guests remained to share condolences with the Cheney family and reflect on the ceremony’s emotional tone.
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