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Darlene Love’s heartfelt tribute to Dionne Warwick

“He’s a Rebel” singer Darlene Love got choked up on stage at B.B. King’s when she spotted Dionne Warwick in the crowd.

“There’s a very special lady sitting in the audience tonight who I worked with for many years,” Darlene revealed when Warwick surprised her.

“When I was broke, raising [my] kids . . . this wonderful lady helped me out when I asked for a favor. If it wasn’t for this special lady I don’t know where I would be today . . . Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Dionne Warwick, I love you.”

Our spy reports Warwick shouted back from her seat, “Oh, stop! I love you doll,” then stood for a standing ovation.

Steven Van Zandt introduced Love, who sang at Bette Midler’s MSG show the night before.