The phrase "emotional tribute" refers to a heartfelt and sincere expression of admiration, respect, or love for someone or something, usually done in a way that evokes strong emotions. Full definition
Two of Liam Miller's former clubs paid emotional tributes on Sunday, as the football world continues to mourn his tragic passing earlier this week. (punditarena.com)
When the world learned that rock legend Tom Petty had passed suddenly from a heart attack last week, social media and the media quickly filled up with emotional tributes to the man's life and music. (inc.com)
The reaction videos of young women told they'll be joining the squad of «angels» walking down the runway for the first time go viral and new generations of supermodels share emotional tributes to Victoria's Secret in Instagram captions admitting it's always been their dream to participate in the show. (relevantmagazine.com)