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Oprah Winfrey
Harpo Films
The Lot
1041 North Formosa Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90046
USA
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Harpo Films
(Production Company)
The Lot
1041 North Formosa Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90046
USA
Phone: (323) 850-3180
Oprah Winfrey, born on January 29, 1954, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, is a media mogul, philanthropist, and one of the most influential figures in American culture. Known for her unparalleled impact on television, publishing, and philanthropy, Winfrey’s journey from poverty and adversity to becoming the first Black female billionaire has inspired millions worldwide.
Raised in a challenging environment, Winfrey was born to unwed teenage parents and spent much of her early life moving between family members in Milwaukee, Tennessee, and Mississippi. She faced significant hardships, including poverty and abuse, but excelled academically and was a gifted speaker. Her oratory skills earned her a full scholarship to Tennessee State University, where she studied communications. Winfrey’s career began while still in high school when she worked at a local radio station, WVOL, in Nashville, marking the start of her career in media.
At 19, Winfrey became Nashville’s first Black female news anchor at WTVF-TV, and she later transitioned to co-anchor at Baltimore’s WJZ-TV. Her warmth and relatability set her apart, but it was her move to host a morning talk show, AM Chicago, that changed her life. When Winfrey joined in 1984, the show’s ratings soared, and it was soon renamed The Oprah Winfrey Show. Debuting in national syndication in 1986, it became the highest-rated talk show in U.S. history, running for 25 years until 2011. Winfrey’s interviewing style was intimate, empathetic, and authentic, allowing her to connect deeply with guests and viewers alike.
