Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey

71 · Born: Jan 29, 1954

Personal Details

Official Socials
Net Worth1,000,000,000.00
BornJan 29, 1954 Kosciusko, Mississippi, USA
Parents
  • Vernita Lee
  • Vernon Winfrey
Relatives
  • Hattie Mae Lee (Presley) (Grandparent)

Biography

Oprah Gail Winfrey, widely recognized as Oprah, is a multifaceted American personality who has made a profound impact in various realms.

As a renowned talk show host, Oprah has entertained and inspired millions through her eponymous television program, "The Oprah Winfrey Show", which was broadcast from Chicago and holds the distinction of being the highest-rated television program of its kind in history.

With a remarkable run of 25 years, from 1986 to 2011, the show was broadcast nationally in syndication, cementing Oprah's status as a household name and a pioneer in the world of television.

Dubbed the "Queen of All Media", Oprah has been celebrated for her immense success and philanthropic efforts, earning her the distinction of being the richest African-American of the 20th century and the world's only black billionaire at one point.

In addition to her impressive business acumen, Oprah is also an accomplished author, actress, and television producer, having made significant contributions to the entertainment industry.

As a testament to her influence and impact, Oprah has been ranked as the most influential woman in the world on several occasions, including in 2007.

Throughout her illustrious career, Oprah has consistently demonstrated her commitment to empowering and uplifting others, earning her the reputation as a true leader and a force for good in the world.

Career

2024
The Six Triple Eight
The Six Triple Eight as Mary McLeod Bethune
Piece by Piece
Piece by Piece as Oprah Winfrey (voice - archival footage)
2018
A Wrinkle in Time
A Wrinkle in Time as Mrs. Which
The Star
The Star as Deborah (voice)
2016
Greenleaf
Greenleaf as Mavis McCready
2014
Selma
Selma as Annie Lee Cooper
2013
The Butler
The Butler as Gloria Gaines
2009
2007
Ocean's Thirteen
Ocean's Thirteen as Oprah Winfrey
Bee Movie
Bee Movie as Judge Bumbleton (voice)
2006
Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web as Gussy the Goose (voice)
2005
Emmanuel's Gift
Emmanuel's Gift as Narrator (voice)
1999
Our Friend, Martin
Our Friend, Martin as Coretta Scott King (voice)
1998
Beloved
Beloved as Sethe
1997
Before Women Had Wings
Before Women Had Wings as Zora Williams
1993
1992
Lincoln
Lincoln as Elizabeth Keckley (voice)
1990
Brewster Place
Brewster Place as Mattie Michael
1989
1986
Native Son
Native Son as Mrs. Thomas
1985
2023
2019
2011
2009
2002
Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil as Creator
1990