TV3 announces Oprah interview date

  • 19/11/2015
Hilary Barry and Oprah Winfrey (MediaWorks)
Hilary Barry and Oprah Winfrey (MediaWorks)

Fans of Oprah Winfrey will get to hear her open up when Hilary Barry's exclusive interview with the US talk show host screens at the end of this month.

Barry says she was captivated by her honest and entertaining nature.

"There's a part when Oprah talks about the moment as a child when she knew her family was poor. She described a Christmas where her mother told the children there would be no gifts," she says.

"What happened next was something that has shaped Oprah's attitude to giving."

Barry admits being face-to-face with a woman she has admired for many years was intimidating, but a privilege.

"It was a little bit terrifying to be honest, but the moment you meet Oprah you become consumed by her warmth and generosity of spirit. She is very much the person she is on screen – captivating and highly entertaining."

When Hilary Met Oprah will screen on Monday, November 30 at 7pm on TV3. It will also be simulcast on RadioLIVE from 7pm.

Oprah's tour in New Zealand is supported by TV3 and More FM.

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