Behind the Scenes: Oprah's Olympic Games Celebration

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The staff discusses last minute details.

The morning of the show, the staff gathers onstage to review last-minute details as early bird fans stake out their spots on the lawn of Millennium Park.

Published on September 03, 2008

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