A very emotional Oprah Winfrey appeared on Today with Hoda & Jenna Friday. And, when asked about her best friend Gayle King, who has received major backlash over Kingâs recent interview about Kobe Bryant with WNBA legend Lisa Leslie. Oprah says, âShe is not doing well because she has now death threats.â Oprah was in tears as she told them that Gayle hasn't slept and can't leave home without security for fear of her life.