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Oprah Winfrey

Birth Place: Kosciusko, MS, USA

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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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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 1992]
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Awards and Nominations


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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

Oprah WinfreyThe Color Purple

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Musical

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Video: THE WORLD ACCORDING TO ALLEE WILLIS Exclusive Film Clip

BroadwayWorld is excited to debut a clip from The World According To Allee Willis, a new documentary about the late songwriter. The clip features her close friends and collaborators sharing stories about Willis, including her personal struggles. Watch it here!
Viola Davis to Receive the 2025 Cecil B. DeMille Award

The Golden Globes® has announced that actress, producer and Golden Globe winner Viola Davis has been named the Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree for 2025.
Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More

The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
Graham Norton Australian Tour Adds New Dates

Beloved Irish comedian, actor, author and television host Graham Norton will embark on his first-ever live tour of Australia in March. Learn more about the tour and how to get tickets here!
Illusionist David Blaine Announces 2025 Return To Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas

Illusionist David Blaine has announced his 2025 return to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with six performances of DAVID BLAINE: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS.
GODSPELL Extends at FIM Flint Repertory Theatre

Due to enthusiastic response, FIM Flint Repertory Theatre is extending its run of the musical Godspell. Originally scheduled to close on Oct. 20, the company has added two additional weekends, and the show will now run until Nov. 3.  
Don Reed's THE DMV is Coming to The Marsh SF

Don Reed will bring his comedic take on the DMV experience to The Marsh SF this fall, offering audiences a humorous look at the trials and tribulations of waiting in line. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
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. 
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.
Daytime Talk Show SHERRI Returning for Third Season Later This Month

The nationally syndicated daytime talk show, SHERRI, from returns for its highly-anticipated third season on Monday, September 23. Learn more about what to expect from the new season.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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 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.
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.
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. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Oprah Winfrey been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.

What awards has Oprah Winfrey won?

Best Revival of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Color Purple.

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