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Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
Hollywood power couple Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith start the second hour of Oprah's farewell spectacular with a bang! "Tomorrow, Oprah takes the stage for her final bow," Will says. "But right now we've got a jam-packed, surprise-filled hour of magic and excitement to celebrate 25 years of groundbreaking television."
"I want to thank you for the 25 years that you have given us. We have traveled many roads with you. You have enlightened us, you have empowered us and you have taught us how to be," Jada says. "I know you don't have children of your own, but you have mothered millions. And I just want to tell you that right now, Mama, that puts you in the status of a goddess."
"We're here to say goodbye and we're privileged to do so," Jada says. "It ain't going to be easy, but we're going to do it with love."
Michael Jordan
Too big for the building Oprah has called home for years, this blowout party takes place a mile west of Harpo Studios in the house that Michael Jordan built—the United Center.
The Chicago Bulls' legend has a surprise goodbye message for Oprah. "We came to Chicago around the same time," Michael says to Oprah. "You have done wonders for me. I know you've been a fan of basketball, but I've been a fan of yours for many, many years. ... I wish you and Stedman the best. If you ever need me, just call me. If you need a job, I've got one."
Jamie Foxx
Another man who loves Oprah is an Oscar®-winning actor! "When I watch your show, I actually cry because I feel you," Jamie Foxx says. "I feel you in a different way. It's not just about the show, it's about you as a friend, what you've done for me."
Jamie Foxx and Stevie Wonder
Jamie's tribute to Oprah isn't over—after he sings a few lines of Stevie Wonder's "Isn't She Lovely," Stevie himself surprises Oprah!
Jerry Seinfeld
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld gives the male perspective on watching Oprah. "It's one of the greatest gifts to the husband-in-training that any man could possibly receive," Jerry jokes. "To be here tonight at the United Center and not at a Bulls game certainly proves that I have been trained very well.
"This is like a dream that a disoriented husband would tell to a Freudian shrink. 'I went to see a Bulls game and it was packed. It was fans. It was the playoffs. And then somehow it all changed and I was on
The Oprah Show.'
"And that shrink would say, 'You're a good husband. That dream shows that your subconscious mind has totally given up.'"
Watch more of Jerry's comedy tribute to Oprah
Simon Cowell
Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell knows a thing or two about giving artists their big breaks, but he says nobody has done it like Oprah has. "Being on The Oprah Winfrey Show means automatic credibility," he says to Oprah. "More than record sales, you really connect viewers to the music in a way that nobody else can. And beyond the music, I believe your biggest talent is bringing out the best in people, even for me."
Before he introduces the next group of performers, however, Simon comes clean. "Oprah, I know that you hand-picked this next group of familiar faces," he says. "I'm going to have to tell you the truth: I don't think this is going to be the most talented group of singers you're going to see tonight, and I'm not sure this next act will be topping the charts next week."
Rosie O'Donnell
The next musical tribute to Oprah comes from the woman who will take over Oprah's stage—Rosie O'Donnell! Rosie and some of Oprah's experts sing the Peggy Lee classic "Fever"...with a few rewritten lyrics.
Watch Rosie, Dr. Phil, Nate Berkus and Dr. Oz sing
"You'll never know how much we'll miss you. How will we get through the day?" Rosie sings. "Twenty-five years of watching, and now you're going to go away. How could you...Oprah?!"
Jada Pinkett Smith and Queen Latifah
For Jada and Queen Latifah, The Oprah Show is all about friendship. "The Oprah Show is the kind of show you call up your best girlfriend and you're like, 'Girl, did you see what happened on Oprah today?'" Queen Latifah says. "Because of your show, we got the best bras and jeans that make our butts look better."
"We've added years to our lives and years to our relationships because you are everybody's girlfriend," Jada says. "Please join us in welcoming two of Oprah's best girlfriends—Gayle King and Maria Shriver..."
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Gayle King and Maria Shriver
Gayle King and Maria Shriver have been two of Oprah's best girlfriends ever since their days at a Baltimore TV station.
"You have been my very best friend for 35 years. I've watched you make some big dreams come true," Gayle says. "But I've never seen you get more excited [than] when you give the ultimate gift of education. Because Oprah always says you can truly set someone free."
"Oprah, for more than 30 years, you have bestowed the most amazing friendship on me. You've given me love, support, wisdom and, most of all, the truth," Maria says. "You've taught young women and men to focus on learning everything they can so that they can give the world everything that they are."
Watch how Oprah's commitment to education has changed lives
Tyler Perry
Writer, director, actor and producer Tyler Perry says Oprah walks the walk when it comes to education. "You've often said that when you educate a black man, you empower families, you empower sons and daughters and you change generations," he says. "That's exactly what you've done on your show for 25 years, and what you've done for 415 men at Morehouse College in Atlanta."
The Men of Morehouse College
The Oprah Winfrey Scholarship at Morehouse College, a historically black college for men in Atlanta, has made the college education of 415 young men possible. "Not receiving a college education was certain death," one recipient named Shaka says.
"I was on the verge of being kicked out of school because my parents were unable to pay my tuition," another recipient named Van says. "Without the Oprah Scholarship, I would have never become a physician."
In the spirit of paying it forward, Tyler has a big announcement. "Many of these Morehouse graduates that you educated, Oprah, are going to do just that," Tyler says. "Together they pledged more than $300,000 of their own money to educate future Morehouse men."
Kristin Chenoweth
Tony winner Kristin Chenoweth honors Oprah and the Morehouse graduates who've received the Oprah Winfrey Scholarship with "For Good" from
Wicked.
Watch her moving tribute
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Halle Berry
In Part 1 of Oprah's surprise spectacular, Halle Berry introduced some of Oprah's Ultimate Viewers. Now, she introduces Dr. Maya Angelou. "Oprah calls her mentor, mother, sister, friend," Halle says. "America calls her a national treasure, one of the greatest poets of our time. Her words have healed our nation and celebrated presidents. Her voice is unmistakable, stirs our soul, and she is here today with an original work of art, a poem to mark this moment in television history."
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Dr. Maya Angelou and Alicia Keys
Dr. Angelou reads an original poem for Oprah as Grammy-winning musician Alicia Keys provides musical accompaniment.
Read Dr. Angelou's poem
Stedman
Through the years, there has been one man in Oprah's life: Stedman Graham.
"Honey, you are so special. I am so happy for your success. I am so proud of you, and I know all of us are so proud of you based on who you are and who you have become. Your show has been number one for 25 years, which is a credit to you, your team and millions of viewers around the world," Stedman says. "It really does amaze me that I get to be around a woman who changes people's lives every day, and who also takes her own lunch to work because she wants to save money.
"I cannot believe that a colored girl from the backwoods of Mississippi has done all you have done with your show, your magazine, the film company, radio, and you're also hands-on with your school in South Africa...while launching a new network. You really are amazing. But you know what really is amazing? You have done this, sweetheart, through all of the sacrifices you have made and the humility that you have and through God's amazing grace. I love you for making a difference in my life."
Photo: George Burns/Harpo Studios
Aretha Franklin
American music icon Aretha Franklin—the "Queen of Soul"—brings down the United Center with "Amazing Grace."
Watch Aretha perform
"Queen Oprah, as you leave the show,
Oprah, and Chicago, Illinois, going west, keep God in the plan," Aretha says. "Go the distance with Him, and He will go the distance with you."
Usher
"We've got one last surprise for you on this happy day," Will says. "So, Miss Oprah, ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Usher!"
Usher ends the show with the gospel classic "Oh Happy Day."
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