Oprah Winfrey
Birth Place: Kosciusko, MS, USA
Latest News on Oprah Winfrey:
Jennifer Hudson 'Deck The Hall' Holiday Concert Added To Walt Disney Concert Hall 2024/25 Season (Sep 18, 2024)
Ta-Nehisi Coates To Launch Latest Book At The Apollo Theat (Sep 12, 2024)
Daytime Talk Show SHERRI Returning for Third Season Later This Month (Sep 12, 2024)
Jennifer Hudson 'Deck The Hall' Holiday Concert Added To Walt Disney Concert Hall 2024/25 Season (Sep 18, 2024)
Ta-Nehisi Coates To Launch Latest Book At The Apollo Theat (Sep 12, 2024)
Daytime Talk Show SHERRI Returning for Third Season Later This Month (Sep 12, 2024)
BIO
Oprah Winfrey is best known for her talk show The Oprah Winfrey Show, which was the highest-rated television program of its kind in history and was nationally syndicated from 1986 to 2011 in Chicago. Dubbed the "Queen of All Media", she was the richest African American of the 20th century and North America's first black multi-billionaire, and has been ranked the greatest black philanthropist in American history. She has also been sometimes ranked as the most influential woman in the world.
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Allee Willis ( Composer ) attends a sneak Peek of the New Broadway Musical THE COLOR PURPLE - A NEW MUSICAL at the 42ns Street Studios in New York City.
The soul-stirring New Musical presented by Oprah Winfrey, from the Alice Walker classic Pulitzer Prize winning novel and Steven Speilberg Film, will play at the Broadway Theatre.
October 12, 2005
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical
Oprah WinfreyThe Color Purple
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Musical
Oprah Winfrey, The Color Purple
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Video: Watch Fantasia's 'Superpower (I)' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - Jan 12, 2024
Video: Oprah Opens Up About THE COLOR PURPLE in Documentary Trailer: 'This Is the Greatest Desire of My Life'
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2023
Interview: Why Corey Hawkins Wanted to Be Danielle Brooks' Harpo in THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2023
Interview: THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule Breaks Down Fantasia's 'I'm Here' & More Musical Moments From the Film
by Michael Major - Dec 12, 2023
Video: Watch New Clips of 'Hell No,' 'Mysterious Ways,' and 'Push Da Button' from THE COLOR PURPLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 26, 2023
Video: Halle Bailey Sings 'Huckleberry Pie' From THE COLOR PURPLE with Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023
Video: Watch a New THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Taraji P. Henson Singing 'Push Da Button'
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2023
Video: Watch a New THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Featurette With Oprah Winfrey, Danielle Brooks & More
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2023
Video: Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey & More
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023
VIDEO: Watch THE VIEW Hosts of the Past & Present Honor Barbara Walters In Special Tribute Episode
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2023
VIDEO: Watch a Costume Featurette From WEST SIDE STORY Featuring Paul Tazewell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2022
VIDEO: The Broadway League Launches THIS IS BROADWAY Initiative With Short Film Narrated by Oprah Winfrey
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2021
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Talks About Playing 'The Person' Versus 'The Icon' in RESPECT!
by Sarah Leiber - Jul 19, 2021
VIDEO: Composer Greg Sims and Animator Keith Baxter Talk HBO MAX's TOM AND JERRY IN NEW YORK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021
News
Jennifer Hudson 'Deck The Hall' Holiday Concert Added To Walt Disney Concert Hall 2024/25 Season
The Los Philharmonic has announced an addition to the Walt Disney Concert Hall 24/25 season: Deck the HallHoliday Concerts -- Jennifer Hudson on Wednesday, December 18 at 8PM. The youngest female EGOT winner in history comes to Walt Disney Concert Hall to perform selections off her new album, The Gift of Love.
The Los Philharmonic has announced an addition to the Walt Disney Concert Hall 24/25 season: Deck the HallHoliday Concerts -- Jennifer Hudson on Wednesday, December 18 at 8PM. The youngest female EGOT winner in history comes to Walt Disney Concert Hall to perform selections off her new album, The Gift of Love.
Ta-Nehisi Coates To Launch Latest Book At The Apollo Theat
The Apollo will host New York Times bestselling author, recipient of the McArthur Fellowship and former Apollo Artist-In-Residence, Ta-Nehisi Coates to discuss his new book of essays, The Message.
The Apollo will host New York Times bestselling author, recipient of the McArthur Fellowship and former Apollo Artist-In-Residence, Ta-Nehisi Coates to discuss his new book of essays, The Message.
Daytime Talk Show SHERRI Returning for Third Season Later This Month
The nationally syndicated daytime talk show, SHERRI, from Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury returns for its highly-anticipated third season on Monday, September 23.
The nationally syndicated daytime talk show, SHERRI, from Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury returns for its highly-anticipated third season on Monday, September 23.
Video: Halle Bailey Shares New Single 'Because I Love You'
Halle has released her new single and video 'Because I Love You,' showcasing her latest musical project. The song was co-penned by the British phenom Raye and the official video was produced by Lottie Abrahams and directed by Allie Avital. Watch the video now!
Halle has released her new single and video 'Because I Love You,' showcasing her latest musical project. The song was co-penned by the British phenom Raye and the official video was produced by Lottie Abrahams and directed by Allie Avital. Watch the video now!
Oprah Winfrey to Host New Primetime Special AI AND THE FUTURE OF US
Oprah Winfrey hosts an eye-opening new special that explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence on people’s daily lives, demystifying the technology and empowering viewers to understand and navigate the rapidly evolving AI future. The one-hour primetime event airs THURSDAY, SEPT. 12 (8:00-9:03 p.m. EDT), on ABC and the next day on Hulu.
Oprah Winfrey hosts an eye-opening new special that explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence on people’s daily lives, demystifying the technology and empowering viewers to understand and navigate the rapidly evolving AI future. The one-hour primetime event airs THURSDAY, SEPT. 12 (8:00-9:03 p.m. EDT), on ABC and the next day on Hulu.
GODSPELL Comes to FIM Flint Repertory Theatre Next Month
FIM Flint Repertory Theatre will present the musical Godspell, September 27 – October 20, at FIM Elgood Theatre.
FIM Flint Repertory Theatre will present the musical Godspell, September 27 – October 20, at FIM Elgood Theatre.
Video/Photos: First Look at Kerry Washington in THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT
Netflix has released a new teaser and first-look images for Tyler Perry's The Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington. The movie will hit the streamer on December 20, following a small theatrical release on December 6.
Netflix has released a new teaser and first-look images for Tyler Perry's The Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington. The movie will hit the streamer on December 20, following a small theatrical release on December 6.
Horizon Theatre Company Presents WILD WITH HAPPY
Horizon Theatre continues its 40th season with the outrageously funny and immensely touching comedy Wild With Happy, playing Aug. 16 – Sept. 15 (press opening August 23).
Horizon Theatre continues its 40th season with the outrageously funny and immensely touching comedy Wild With Happy, playing Aug. 16 – Sept. 15 (press opening August 23).
Rita Moreno & More to be Featured in Lesher Center Headliners Series for 24/25
Lesher Center Presents revealed the diverse lineup of artists and genres from the worlds of Broadway, jazz, dance, world-music, and more that will make up the 2024/25 season Headliners Series. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lesher Center Presents revealed the diverse lineup of artists and genres from the worlds of Broadway, jazz, dance, world-music, and more that will make up the 2024/25 season Headliners Series. Learn how to purchase tickets.
ALOUD Fall Season to Kick Off with Jesmyn Ward, Edwidge Danticat & WordTheatre
The Library Foundation of Los Angeles has revealed the 2024 fall season of ALOUD. Learn more about the season.
The Library Foundation of Los Angeles has revealed the 2024 fall season of ALOUD. Learn more about the season.
THE COLOR PURPLE at Sedos Features the First Ever All-Black Cast of An Amateur Musical in the UK
Sedos, London's leading amateur theatre company, has announced their cast of The Color Purple. This is a momentous and significant development in the diversity of amateur dramatics, not just in London but in the UK. In their 119-year history, Sedos has never had an all-Black cast nor an all-Black creative team, until now.
Sedos, London's leading amateur theatre company, has announced their cast of The Color Purple. This is a momentous and significant development in the diversity of amateur dramatics, not just in London but in the UK. In their 119-year history, Sedos has never had an all-Black cast nor an all-Black creative team, until now.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson To Discuss Memoir At The Apollo This September
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will discuss her new memoir at The Apollo Theater on September 3, offering insights into her life and career. Don't miss this special event with the Supreme Court Justice.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will discuss her new memoir at The Apollo Theater on September 3, offering insights into her life and career. Don't miss this special event with the Supreme Court Justice.
SUMMER CABARET SERIES Comes To The Sieminski Theater This August
The very best in Broadway, jazz and rock in three very unique cabaret-style shows will debut this August in Somerset County at the Sieminski Theater.
The very best in Broadway, jazz and rock in three very unique cabaret-style shows will debut this August in Somerset County at the Sieminski Theater.
FESTIVAL OF LAUGHS Heads To Boston In October 2024
The Festival of Laughs is coming to Boston on October 11, 2024, featuring comedians Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Tony Roberts, and Tony Rock.
The Festival of Laughs is coming to Boston on October 11, 2024, featuring comedians Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Tony Roberts, and Tony Rock.
MEET ME IN BUENOS AIRES Comes to Edinburgh This Month
A musical storytelling journey that spans four continents kickstarted by receiving a box of cassette tapes of songs she recorded as a teenager, Florencia Iriondo’s one woman show looks at how love morphs through family, place and time and explores how to be a modern woman in a relationship without letting it define her.
A musical storytelling journey that spans four continents kickstarted by receiving a box of cassette tapes of songs she recorded as a teenager, Florencia Iriondo’s one woman show looks at how love morphs through family, place and time and explores how to be a modern woman in a relationship without letting it define her.
See Corey B, Zack Zucker & SOMMORE Upcoming at The Den Theatre This August
Corey B, Zack Zucker, and Sommore are set to perform at The Den Theatre this August. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Corey B, Zack Zucker, and Sommore are set to perform at The Den Theatre this August. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch Trailer for BREAKING NEW GROUND With Broadway Performer Robert Hartwell
Breaking New Ground follows Broadway performer, entrepreneur, and educator Robert Hartwell as he takes on the challenge of transforming a 200-year-old house with a complicated history into a home filled with love. Watch the trailer!
Breaking New Ground follows Broadway performer, entrepreneur, and educator Robert Hartwell as he takes on the challenge of transforming a 200-year-old house with a complicated history into a home filled with love. Watch the trailer!
Listen to a Preview of Colman Domingo's WILD WITH HAPPY Audible Play, Available Now
From the brilliant comedic and emotive mind of Emmy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Colman Domingo (Rustin, The Color Purple, Euphoria) comes Wild with Happy, releasing Thursday, June 13 exclusively on Audible. Listen to a clip now!
From the brilliant comedic and emotive mind of Emmy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Colman Domingo (Rustin, The Color Purple, Euphoria) comes Wild with Happy, releasing Thursday, June 13 exclusively on Audible. Listen to a clip now!
Spire Center For Performing Arts to Present Quinn Sullivan, Van Morrison Tribute & More
Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA has revealed upcoming shows featuring Quinn Sullivan, a Van Morrison tribute band and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA has revealed upcoming shows featuring Quinn Sullivan, a Van Morrison tribute band and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala to Honor Rita Moreno, Paul Mescal and Quentin Tarantino
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Oprah Winfrey been nominated for?
Oprah Winfrey has been nominated for the following awards: Best Revival of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Color Purple and Best Musical at the Tony Awards for The Color Purple.
What awards has Oprah Winfrey won?
Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.
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