Reports indicating “Family announced the sad news of Legend Oprah Winfrey…” are inaccurate and there is no current news of her passing or any recent “sad news” announced by her family.
Oprah Winfrey is alive and well. As of June 2025, she is 71 years old and continues to be active in media and philanthropy.
Here’s an update on some of her recent activities and health information:
- Recent Health (June 2024): In June 2024, Oprah experienced a stomach virus that caused dehydration and required her to go to the emergency room for an IV drip. Her close friend, Gayle King, shared this update, clarifying that Oprah was not hospitalized but sought treatment for severe dehydration and was recovering.
- Weight Management: Oprah has been open about using medication as a “tool to manage not yo-yo-ing” with her weight, discussing this in December 2023.
- Menopause Special (March 2025): In March 2025, she hosted “An Oprah Winfrey Special: The Menopause Revolution” on ABC, sharing her own experiences and highlighting the topic.
- Board Seat Changes (March 2024): In March 2024, Oprah announced she was stepping down from her board seat at WeightWatchers after nine years and donating her stock.
- Political Endorsements (August 2024 – May 2025): She has been involved in political discourse, including giving a DNC speech in August 2024 urging Americans to “choose optimism over cynicism” and supporting
- Maui Wildfire Support (August 2023): Oprah visited evacuee shelters and provided support and aid to Maui wildfire survivors.
- Other Engagements: She continues to be involved in various projects, including her book club, producing content for Apple TV+, and philanthropic initiatives.
In summary, any claims of “sad news” from Oprah Winfrey’s family concerning her death are false. She is currently active and healthy.