Oprah pays tribute to Mary Tyler Moore: 'I will love her forever'

Oprah Winfrey said 20 years ago that she wanted to be Mary Tyler Moore.

Now, the host is remembering the legendary actress, whodied on Wednesdayat the age of 80.

I still cant believe Mary Tyler Moore touched my face.

Will love her 4 ever.

In the 1997 clip, Winfrey shared how important Moore was to her.

I mean, never, she said.

I tuned in every week just to see her turn the world on with her smile.

Mary, if you would have showed up here, I would have just died, Winfrey confessed.

Just as that clip ended, Moore did show up, shocking Winfrey, who was brought to tears.

Oh my god, Im speechless, she told the actress.

I may not cry over it, but youre my favorite person, replied Moore.

Watch the throwback video above.