Original Air Date:
Monday, January 25, 2010
Guests:
Oprah sat down with Rosie O'Donnell to catch up on her life after more than two years off of television.
Show Summary:
Rosie O'Donnell has been captivating audiences for years - first, as a stand-up comic, then on her six year run with her daytime talk show, and finally as a host on The View. But after more than two years off of television, Rosie has returned to the screen to talk with Oprah and update viewers on her life post-breakup, professionally, and with her new love. Speaking candidly on menopause, divorce, career, children, dating, and non-traditional families, Rosie was able to bring her signature humor to seemingly difficult topics.
Show Highlights:
This episode featured the following highlights:
- Beginning menopause in her early 40s, Rosie wondered why more women didn't tell her what to expect and how much of her on-air temperament a few years ago was a result of hormones.
- In the past couple years, Rosie has been figuring out the second half of her life and how to balance career with family now that she has split from her partner Kelly and found new love with her girlfriend Tracy.
- Rosie is back to sharing with large audiences on her Sirius XM radio show that she records out of her New York state guest house and her HBO documentary.
More Highlights:
- Rosie has been working to set an example for her children for how to adjust to life after an unexpected change. She aims to remain open with them and stress that family is forever.
- Family is forever is a theme in Rosie's HBO documentary A Family is a Family is a Family which showcases the realities of family life in America.
- After leaving The View, Rosie shared how her hurt feelings led to an outburst with Barbara Walters during her last days and regret at not being true to her emotions instead of dealing in rage.
- Rosie met her girlfriend Tracy through her blog and plans to blend families, "moving forward in faith."
What to Take Away from the Show:
Rosie, as always, sat down with Oprah and revealed her authentic, true self to her fans and viewers. Willing to answer the tough questions, Rosie revealed intimate details about her experiences that will certainly help anyone watching who is dealing with a separation or divorce, raising children, blending families, or even beginning menopause. Rosie's humor and quick wit made even the tough subjects easy listening, and her words of wisdom on life and love were a definite message that anyone can take home.