Media mogul Oprah Winfrey recently found herself making headlines following an unexpected health hiccup. On Tuesday, June 11, Winfrey was hospitalized after she reportedly came down with a stomach virus that caused severe dehydration.
Why Oprah Went to the Hospital
According to insiders, the 70-year-old sought medical attention after she couldn’t keep fluids down, leading her to become severely dehydrated. She had some kind of stomach thing—stomach flu—stuff was coming out of both ends
, recounted Gayle King during a broadcast of CBS Mornings.
Public Concern and Social Media Stir
Winfrey’s absence from her scheduled appearance on CBS Mornings to reveal her latest book-club pick further fueled public concern. Following the viral news, King shared updates on Instagram, including a video call with Winfrey where she reassured fans about her friend’s condition. 
King posted a video to Instagram the following day of a FaceTime chat she had with Winfrey after the news of her ‘hospitalization’ went global.
Clarifications by Gayle King
To address the swirling rumors, Gayle King emphasized that the headlines were misleading. I thought I made that clear but next thing I know I’m surprised to see headlines that scream ‘Oprah’s hospitalized!’ (She was NOT!)
she clarified about the misunderstanding caused by her previous comments.
Immediate Health Response
Winfrey received an IV drip as per her doctor’s recommendation, which helped stabilize her condition. A representative for Winfrey stated she is now resting and feeling better every day. Even though she appeared weakish in the video call, Winfrey assured her followers that she is on the mend.
Message from Oprah’s Household
The incident also affected others in Winfrey’s household, prompting her to remind everyone of crucial health practices. She warned viewers to remember to wash their hands often, hinting at how easily such viruses could spread within close living quarters.
The Book Club Announcement
Despite her illness affecting her schedule, Winfrey made time for one significant update—the announcement of the New York Times best-seller Familiaris by David Wroblewski as her latest book club pick. For those wondering about the latest reading selection, here’s a glance at the book cover:
A Brighter Horizon
Fans can take solace in knowing that Oprah is on track for recovery and will likely return to her regular activities soon. As always, it’s comforting to see such transparency from both Oprah and Gayle King, allowing fans to stay informed without any unnecessary panic.
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