Oprah Winfrey has another big announcement to share with the world: the air date of her final show.

After 25 years of groundbreaking programming, Winfrey will wrap up her top-rated “The Oprah Winfrey Show” with its last original episode on May 25, reports People. Reruns of the show will continue in syndication and on the OWN network, which launched in January.

“I love this show,” Winfrey has said. “This show has been my life. And I know when it’s time to say good-bye. Twenty-five years feels right in my bones and feels right in my spirit.”

Though details about the final episode have yet to be revealed, Winfrey has hinted that viewers are in for a treat as the show draws to a close.

“Hard at work planning the final shows,” Winfrey tweeted March 24. “Can’t wait to share w/ u all!”

“The Oprah Winfrey Show,” which is currently airing reruns, will resume with new episodes beginning April 7.

Courtesy of  Mark Marino — Special to CNN

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