Oprah Winfrey’s spokesperson recently announced on Instagram that she would be appearing on CBS Mornings to reveal her latest book club pick. However, over the weekend, the beloved host fell ill with a stomach virus. Gayle King stepped in to explain Winfrey’s absence, sharing that Winfrey was recovering from the illness and had received an IV for dehydration on her doctor’s advice.
In a video call posted on Gayle King’s Instagram, Winfrey shared that she had struggled to keep enough water down, which led to her seeking medical attention. King reassured viewers that Winfrey would be fine after this health setback, adding that she hoped Winfrey wouldn’t be upset with her for sharing the details.
In a January interview for the New York Times, Winfrey and King discussed their strong friendship, with King describing Winfrey as a “blunt truth-teller” and expressing how much they enjoy each other’s company. Despite being 70, Winfrey demonstrated her physical vitality in a recent Instagram video, where she was seen running on the beach with her dog, praising health as the greatest gift.