Susan Lucci, 75, Glows In Gorgeous Pink Gown At Daytime Emmys 3 Months After Death Of Husband

Susan Lucci paid tribute to her late husband Helmut Huber at the Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, June 24.

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The iconic soap opera actress, 75, arrived at the Pasadena Convention Center to present

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the in memoriam segment of the gala and preceded it

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with an emotional speech about her partner of over 50 years,

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who passed away peacefully three months ago at the age of 84.

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“I am so happy to be here with you tonight celebrating people that we love and have lost this year,”

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Susan, wearing a stunning pink gown, began.

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“I send my sympathy to my heart to the loved ones of those we pay tribute to tonight.

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My husband, Helmet Huber, was a larger than life force of nature.

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