13 Shocking Oprah Show Moments

Take a look back at some of the most surprising, controversial and shocking moments in Oprah Show history.

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Tom Cruise jumping on Oprah's couch, 2005

Tom Cruise Jumps for Joy

On May 23, 2005, Hollywood leading man Tom Cruise couldn't contain his excitement over his relationship with actress Katie Holmes. While telling Oprah about Katie—the woman he married one year later—Tom leapt onto the couch and proclaimed his love!

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Published on April 15, 2011

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