‘Making Space With Hoda Kotb’: Oprah Winfrey & Maria Shriver On Friendship

Oprah Winfrey and Maria Shriver describe their friendship as loyal, consistent and honest. In this intimate conversation, they share what four decades together have meant. Plus, Winfrey opens up about how an unexpected moment brought her to her knees.

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[raydunn]

I had no idea that Maria and Oprah were such good friends; I always admired both greatly. For Oprah, I thought there was only Gail.

[oyinpenny]

I absolutely agree! As a nurse Practitioner, everyone needs an advocate when they are in the hospital. It is vital when someone is not in a position to speak for themself or think clearly to even make the right decision.

[cynthialee]

Wow I loved this!!! It felt like 3 girlfriends just hanging out and talking over wine 🍷

[susandraws]

This was phenomenal. Three warm, wise, authentic, interesting women. It can’t get better than this. 🥰🥰🥰

[abbychase]

I always considered Oprah to be my mentor when I was considering staring a business. I love Oprah. My business is a huge success and I started it in 2009

[BrotherEDEN]

Simply incredible. I stumbled upon this at 4:30a, in a low place in my soul, and it really gave me life. Blessings.

[leebeaven]

Thanks Hoda! What a fun interview revealing such a special friendship. I am still chuckling at Oprah's memory of the "luxury garden apartments". I remember those days!

[karencritch]

Humble and genuine hearts, good to listen to positive words.

....beautifully done!! They love their friendship .

[aubreylenyard]

Absolutely Fabulous interview. Who knew Hoda would be so good in this space? Finally, she doesn't have a side kick to compete with and her voice is front and Center. Go, Hoda!

[cathyellis]

Three wonderful women who believe in supporting other women! 🙏🏼🌻💖

[geoffreyr]

Beautiful! My best friend and I have reached our 41 year mark of friendship. Seeing this gives me the guts to invite him on a weekend getaway and TALK. We do the typical guy thing. A look, a grunt, a bro hug. But never talk about our friendship. This has inspired me to reach out and say hey let's make space and fill it with conversation, meaning conversation. Thank you Ms. Kotb.

[robertahoffmann]

Really loved listening to these two old friends hold each other so high in friendship and love. Made my day!

[Mr.Magicever]

This was fantastic. You can tell it really touched Hoda. She could use that type of friendship and support right now or she really sees and appreciate it.

[maryalex]

Could hug each of them for their transparency and sense of unflinching friendship.

[janebrady]

Loved the whole conversation but my favorite moment was at the very end when Maria spoke of Oprah bringing her coffee or just being present with her so moving and there was Honda wiping tears 💐🙏⭐💕

[ErikaDavisCooks]

The depth of their relationship warms and melts my heart. ❤

[margaretkerins]

It was good interview. I was glad Oprah was there for Maria when her Mother died. I wish I had a friend like that when my mom went to Heaven

[beverlyscarborough]

🤗 Thank you. This was very interesting & enjoyable. I didn't know Maria has known Oprah for so many years. I love that they have such a genuine friendship.. I'm going to encourage my daughter's to watch this segment.. What I really appreciated was that women don't give themselves the right to rest! 'You've earned the right to rest'.. I love you Hoda❤ Thanks so much. I have a new found respect for Maria & Oprah 🥰

[clairekalemkeris]

What a powerful, beautiful, and inspiring gift this open conversation is. Thanks to Hoda, her team, and Maria and Oprah.

[gavinballin]

I really enjoyed this! It felt like I was in the same room during all these different experiences