Oprah Winfrey is throwing a surprise party for her longtime best friend, Gayle King, in honor of her upcoming 70th birthday on December 28. Oprah shared a glimpse into the surprise, writing on social media that they had gathered everyone who loves Gayle to celebrate this milestone. She humorously mentioned how difficult it was to keep the surprise under wraps, revealing that they had to make up stories and tell lies to keep it a secret.
In a video from the celebration, Oprah and Gayle are seen walking arm-in-arm before they encounter a cheering crowd, including Hoda Kotb and Al Roker from TODAY, who join in singing “Happy Birthday.” Gayle’s reaction is priceless—she drops her purse and stands frozen with her hands over her heart, clearly shocked by the surprise.
Oprah and Gayle’s friendship dates back to 1976 when they met at WJZ-TV in Baltimore. Oprah once offered Gayle a place to stay during a snowstorm, and their bond has remained strong ever since. It’s a touching and fun moment as Oprah honors her dear friend’s 70th birthday!
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