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Where drive meets determination, somewhere nearby you’ll find Oprah Winfrey. Whether you grew up tuned into her talk show, on your grannies couch after school, or you first got introduced after her groundbreaking role in the 1985 debut of The Color Purple, Oprah has played some sort of memorable role in our upbringing. This strong woman was who some of our moms, aunts, grandmothers and even some of us aspired to be: A black woman who successfully worked her way from the bottom to the top.
From Talk Show Host to Icon
From news anchor to talk show host turned sought-out-philanthropist, Oprah is the true definition of “groundbreaking.” With years in the industry, she continues to break barriers, create fresh new spaces to learn and grow, and make dreams come true for others. Her impact on others speaks for itself and continues to flourish as she continues to focus on self-improvement in both her career and personal life.
With four decades under her belt focused on dedicating herself to so many, it’s time she’s given credit where it’s due. Here, we celebrate seven noteworthy times Oprah Winfrey proved that she deserves all the flowers and so much more.