Oprah apologises to author Frey

Oprah Winfrey has apologised to author James Frey for criticising him over allegations that he fabricated part of his memoir, reports Vanity Fair.

Winfrey had touted Frey's autobiography as a one of her "book club" choices in 2005, after which it became a bestseller.

However, she admonished the writer on her show in 2006 amid allegations that he made up portions of A Million Little Pieces, saying that she "felt really duped" and accusing him of betraying his readers.

Frey said of the apology: "It was a nice surprise to hear from her, and I really appreciated the call and the sentiment."

Winfrey's spokeswoman Angela DePaul confirmed that she had called Frey to apologise.