Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King Address Decades-Old Lesbian Rumors

The lifelong friends clarify their relationship, emphasizing the strength and uniqueness of their bond.

Winfrey and King have faced rumors about their sexuality for years but maintain they are just friends.
The two women met 50 years ago while working at a Baltimore news station.
Winfrey attributes the rumors to the rarity of seeing women with such a close, non-romantic bond.
King noted that the speculation has made dating difficult for her.
Both friends stress the importance of honesty and mutual support in their relationship.