The famously private couple has resurfaced in a rare photo after nearly seven years out of the spotlight 😮

Held at Reunion by Chef Art Smith on Navy Pier, the mid-August gathering reunited Oprah with former coworkers just weeks before the nationally syndicated talk show celebrates 40 years since its Sept. 8 launch.

Former senior supervising producer Jill Van Lokeren shared photos from the celebration, including Oprah and Graham posing alongside the chef with a large platter of fried chicken.

“15-year reunion for The Oprah Winfrey Show. The best segment 1 surprise guest showed up. A night of all love and pure joy. Forever grateful,” wrote Van Lokeren, who now works for the Foundation.

Oprah also reflected on the milestone in her own post from the gathering.

“I cannot even believe that as of next month, September 8, it will be 40 years since we first launched The Oprah Winfrey Show. Thank you for being the greatest team ever,” she said in the clip.

What do you think about Oprah and Graham choosing to keep their nearly 40-year relationship so private, especially when so many celebrity couples live their romances in the spotlight? Do you think staying out of the public eye has helped them last? Please let us know your thoughts!