Trending Now - Oprah Winfrey Responds to Criticism of Her Walk at Fashion Week

WHO:

Oprah Winfrey, media personality, age 72

Gayle King, journalist, age 71

Raymond Arroyo, Fox News contributor

Dr. Marc Siegel, medical expert

WHAT:

Oprah Winfrey responded to online criticism regarding her walking style at Paris Fashion Week, which some described as resembling a "90-year-old."

Winfrey explained that she was unable to see while walking due to wearing non-prescription sunglasses handed to her by her stylist.

Winfrey stated, "I could not see! I told security, 'I can’t see. Tell me, tell me where I’m walking. I can’t see.'"

Gayle King mentioned she had "two broken toes" which contributed to their cautious walking.

WHERE:

Paris Fashion Week, specifically at the Chloé runway show.

WHEN:

The event took place on March 5th, 2026.

Winfrey shared her experience on Instagram on March 12th, 2026.

Winfrey's birthday is on January 29th, 2026.

WHY:

Winfrey addressed the criticism to clarify that her walking style was due to her inability to see, not due to age or physical condition.

HOW:

Winfrey was handed sunglasses that were not prescription glasses, which affected her visibility while walking.

(UPDATED March 15, 2026 21:00 UTC)

Oprah Winfrey recently responded to online criticism about her walking style at Paris Fashion Week, where some described it as resembling that of a "90-year-old." She explained that she was unable to see while walking because she was wearing non-prescription sunglasses given to her by her stylist, stating, "I could not see! I told security, 'I can’t see. Tell me, tell me where I’m walking. I can’t see.'" Gayle King, who was with Winfrey at the event, also mentioned that she had "two broken toes," which contributed to their cautious walking during the Chloé runway show on March 5.