Washington, November 21 Oprah Winfrey, who has announced the end of her talk show, believes it is the perfect time for her to bid goodbye.

She earlier announced that show will conclude in 2011.

"25 years feels right in my bones and my spirit. It's the perfect number, the exact right time," Us magazine quoted her as saying.

She added: "After much prayer and months of careful thought, I have decided that next season will be the last season of the Oprah Winfrey Show."

The legendary TV personality was close to tears as she thanked her audience in the California studio.

She said: "You have enriched my life beyond all measure. You have all invited me into your lives.

"We've grown together. I want you all to know that my relationship with you is one that I hold very dear. Your trust in me, your sharing your precious time with me . . . has brought me the greatest joy that I have ever known."

She further promised that the new season would "knock your socks off."

She ended: "The countdown to the end of the Oprah Winfrey Show starts now. I am going to soak up every beautiful, joyful moment with you." (ANI)