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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

Oprah Winfrey, The Color Purple

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John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
USHER Joins Audible's Words + Music Series With THE LAST SHOWMAN

Audible Inc. has announced its next Words + Music installment, The Last Showman, an introspective look into the 30-year career of global R&B icon, USHER.
USHER Joins Audible's Words + Music Series THE LAST SHOWMAN

Audible Inc. has announced its next Words + Music installment, The Last Showman, an introspective look into the 30-year career of global R&B icon, USHER.
Daniel Breaker & Merle Dandridge Will Join HADESTOWN on Broadway

Tony Award nominee Daniel Breaker and BAFTA winner and SAG Award and Grammy Award nominee Merle Dandridge will join the cast of the Tony® and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown, on Broadway beginning Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Photos: Viola Davis & Ted Danson Honored with Special Golden Globe Awards

Ahead of the main ceremony on Sunday, January 5, the Golden Globes recognized the 2024 Cecil B. DeMille Award Recipient, Viola Davis, and the 2024 Carol Burnett Award Recipient, Ted Danson, at the inaugural Golden Gala: An Evening of Excellence. Take a look at photos here!
Photos: Kerry Washington, Bradley Cooper, & More Attend THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT NYC Screening

On December 16th, the cast and crew of Netflix's hit film The Six Triple Eight attended a New York Tastemaker event at the Crosby Hotel. The event featured Kerry Washington, Tyler Perry, Bradley Cooper, Jerry Seinfeld, Gayle King, Katie Couric and more in attendance. Take a look at photos here!
BELLE COLLECTIVE Receives Early Renewal at OWN

Oprah Winfrey Network has announced the early renewal of its popular unscripted series “Belle Collective,” following its successful current season, airing Friday nights at 8 PM ET/PT. 
Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show to Return to Raue Center For The Arts

Raue Center For The Arts will present the return of Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show. Learn more bout Cochran and see how to purchase tickets to the show!
Video: THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT New Trailer with Kerry Washington

Netflix has released a new trailer 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. Watch the trailer now.
THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.
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.

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 (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.

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