Global talk show titan Oprah Winfrey has made a glamorous return to Australian shores, touching down in Sydney via private jet on Monday to commence a highly anticipated national speaking tour.
A Stylish Arrival Down Under
The 71-year-old media mogul made a chic entrance despite opting for comfort on her long-haul flight. She was photographed wearing a sophisticated grey knit co-ord set, accessorised with a straw hat, sunglasses, and a pair of silver hoop earrings. Her natural makeup and nude lip gloss completed the effortlessly stylish look.
Winfrey, who has previously spoken about using weight management medication Ozempic as a "tool," showcased her trimmed-down figure as she descended the aircraft stairs onto the tarmac. Before being whisked away in a waiting car, she took time to greet fans, happily pausing for chats and selfies with admirers.
The Oprah Australian Tour: A Major Comeback
This visit marks Oprah's first trip to Australia in 15 years, with her last being the monumental 2010 tour that saw her film four episodes of The Oprah Winfrey Show at the Sydney Opera House. That landmark visit, which temporarily rebranded the iconic venue the 'Oprah House', involved bringing 300 American fans and generated significant global exposure for Australian tourism, albeit amid some controversy over its $5 million cost to taxpayers.
Her current itinerary is set to be one of the year's most high-profile speaking engagements. She will participate in five exclusive 'in conversation' events across multiple cities, produced by the entertainment powerhouse TEG Dainty, who are managing the tour's logistics. Winfrey is also expected to enjoy a private holiday during her stay in the country.
Echoes of a Blockbuster 2010 Visit
Her previous Australian tour created unforgettable moments that captured worldwide headlines. These included surprise giveaways, a $250,000 donation to a cancer patient, and a memorable incident where Australian actor Hugh Jackman suffered a cut under his eye after a zip-line mishap during a live taping. Winfrey also gifted every audience member a silver necklace with an 'O' pendant.
That series of shows eventually aired in 145 countries, providing an unprecedented tourism boost. Details of her current five-date tour were first reported by The Daily Telegraph, with insiders confirming venues have been secured in several cities.
From her breakthrough role in Steven Spielberg's The Color Purple to her decades-long reign as the queen of daytime television, Oprah Winfrey's influence remains unparalleled. Her return to Australia promises to be a major event in the entertainment calendar, drawing huge crowds eager to hear from one of the world's most iconic figures.
