Hollywood's A-list celebrities bid a star-studded farewell to Oprah Winfrey on Tuesday in a double-taping of her talk show that included messages from her fans around the world.
"I feel the love and I thank you for it," Winfrey told the crowd at Chicago's United Center. "Thank you for being a part of this great night, this celebration of what you have done for 'The Oprah Winfrey Show.' You have made it possible for us to stand for 25 years."
Winfrey's producers made good on their promise of the biggest stars of movies, music and television for "Surprise Oprah! A Farewell Spectacular." The 13,000 fans who attended the event gave the talk show host a standing ovation.
Aretha Franklin sang "Amazing Grace." Tom Hanks acted as host for the evening. Michael Jordan told Winfrey she inspires him. Tom Cruise, famous for his couch jumping on Winfrey's show, was there. Jerry Seinfeld gave a comedy routine and Madonna said she is among the millions of people who are inspired by Winfrey.
"She fights for things she believes in, even if it makes her unpopular," Madonna said.
Winfrey announced in November 2009 that she would end her popular talk show after 25 years. Tuesday's taping will air May 23 and 24, before Winfrey's final show on May 25.
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