2016 has been a bittersweet year for many. From the deaths of beloved artists and celebrities to political turmoils around the world, we're all ready for 2017 to come and start anew. In these photos we look back on the year that was, the good, the heartwarming, and the bad we're hope the new year could help soothe.
Afghan Murtaza Ahmadi wearing a shirt signed by his star Lionel Messi.
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