Imagine receiving a baby gift so grand, so over-the-top, that it could only be orchestrated by one person: Oprah Winfrey. That's exactly what happened to Julia Roberts, and the story is as heartwarming and hilarious as you might expect. But here's where it gets interesting – it wasn't just a gift; it was a logistical masterpiece.
During an appearance on Andy Cohen's "What What Happens Live," Julia Roberts was prompted to share her favorite Oprah story. While she playfully declined to share her absolute favorite, hinting it was too personal for the airwaves, she did offer a gem of an anecdote about Oprah's incredible generosity and resourcefulness when it came to celebrating the arrival of Roberts' twins, Phinn and Hazel.
Roberts explained that she and her family live in a decidedly "remote place." Think challenging dirt roads, limited delivery services, the kind of location that makes even getting a pizza a strategic operation. "[Oprah] could not come to our baby shower," Roberts shared, setting the stage for the extraordinary lengths Winfrey went to in order to send her well wishes.
And this is the part most people miss: Oprah didn't just send a package; she orchestrated a mission. According to Roberts, Winfrey arranged for "a truck to pull up, late at night," carrying not one, but two "beautiful chests with baby things – one for Phinn and one for Hazel." Imagine the scene: a delivery truck rumbling up to their secluded home in the dead of night, bearing treasures fit for royalty (or at least, fit for the children of America's Sweetheart).
Roberts and her family were understandably stunned by the sheer scale of the gesture. "Only Oprah could do this," she recalled thinking, a sentiment that probably resonated with anyone who's ever witnessed Winfrey's legendary generosity firsthand. It's a testament to both Oprah's big heart and her ability to make the seemingly impossible, possible.
But this story also sparks a question: Is there a line between extravagant gifting and genuine thoughtfulness? Some might argue that such a grand gesture, while well-intentioned, could be perceived as ostentatious or even a bit overwhelming. Others would say that it's simply Oprah being Oprah, expressing her joy and affection in a way that's uniquely her own. What do you think? Does the context of a celebrity friendship change how we perceive such lavish gifts?
Beyond baby gifts, Roberts has been making headlines recently, also revealing a story about being "scared" by Chloë Sevigny during rehearsals for her new film, "After the Hunt." It seems even seasoned actors can be caught off guard! Roberts shared the anecdote on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," explaining that she hadn't met Sevigny or Ayo Edebiri before, adding that "the fabulous Chloë Sevigny... scared me!"
So, what's your take on the Oprah baby gift story? Was it an incredibly sweet gesture, or a bit over the top? And have you ever been on the receiving end (or the giving end!) of a surprisingly grand gift? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
