For several decades Oprah Winfrey has been one the utmost influential and prosperous television personalities throughout the history of television talk hosts. Oprah has paved the way for several women and African Americans because of her dedication and prominent leadership aptitudes, and according to Everett, (2014) “The most successful BAMM and twenty-first-century media powerhouse is Oprah Winfrey. As the personification of a trans media brand across television (The Oprah Winfrey Show, Oxygen Network, OWN Network, Oprah's Next Chapter [OWN, 2012-]), print (Q The Oprah Magazine), film (The Color Purple [Steven Spielberg, 1985]; Beloved [Jonathan Demme, 1998], Precious), and the Internet (Oprah.com) (Everett, 2014).” This impeccable woman is …show more content…
However, there were numerous of rumors and negative accusations about Oprah opening a school for just African girls, and according to Burgess-Wilkerson, Barbara, (2015), “I a mama bear when it comes to protecting my children" (Burgess-Wilkerson, 2015). These were the words of the billionaire media mogul Oprah Winfrey following the tragic announcement that allegations of sexual abuse were made against the school matron by 15 female students at the prestigious Leadership Academy for Girls founded by Winfrey (Burgess-Wilkerson, Barbara, 2015).” Although, various people did not agree with the denunciations and reports on sexual abuse about this prestigious school, and according to Press, 2007 “Tiny Virginia Makopo, 27, said she was "not guilty" of the 13 charges of indecent assault, assault, and criminal injury against six students ages 13 to 15 and a 23-year-old fellow dormitory matron …show more content…
Therefore, these children have hope and options, instead of being made to become caregivers and child-minders, they can finally, make their dreams come true and be whatever that they are destined to become in life. However, the great leader and CEO of this establishment, most people would not think that business mogul Oprah Winfrey, would just let someone come and destroy this legacy and empire, because her work ethics, demonstrate great leadership because it’s obviously that Oprah is prepared for most obstacles and mishaps. Therefore, Oprah did not give up on her vision, but confronted the issues and implemented strategies that assist this celebrity to overcome the roadblocks in a professional
As talked about in Outliers, there are many factors that go into creating and building someone out of the norm of society. As Gladwell fraises it, ““Superstar lawyers and math whizzes and software entrepreneurs appear at first blush to lie outside ordinary experience. But they don't. They are products of history and community, of opportunity and legacy. Their success is not exceptional or mysterious. It is grounded in a web of advantages and inheritances, some deserved, some not, some earned, some just plain lucky - but all critical to making them who they are. The outlier, in the end, is not an outlier at all” (Gladwell 285.) Oprah is an outlier in the sense that she worked for what she’s accomplished but had unforeseen forces working in her favor that even she didn’t realize until she looked back on her journey to success.
As technology has developed over the years, society has become extremely reliant and addicted to the media. According to A.C. Nielsen Co., a global information and measurement firm, the average American youth watches twenty eight hours of television per week. Within a sixty-five year timeframe an individual will have spent a total of nine years watching TV (Herr). Both of these sects contribute millions of jobs providing individuals with ample opportunities, a gateway to success. It certainly provided the break for one African American woman to attain a status she could have only dreamt of as a child growing up in an unstable, emotionally debilitating, and unpromising environment. Oprah Winfrey is arguably one of the most influential women in modern times. She sprang up from seemingly nowhere becoming a media mogul, named most influential and wealthiest woman numerous years in a row by both Forbes and The Time. Oprah was brought to fame for her critically acclaimed talk show, which swiftly boosted her from rags to riches, and over the years resulted in her crowning as the “Queen of Talk.” Oprah Gail Winfrey, named the first African American female billionaire, was nominated for an academy award in her performance in The Color Purple, and through hard work and persistence forged her way into a position as CEO of her own television network and production company. Her self-entitled talk show, which would become the highest rated of its kind, served as a pioneer for many TV shows that emerged in the late 1980’s following the premiered of her show on daytime television. “I’m Oprah Winfrey, and welcome to the very first national Oprah Winfrey Show!” she exclaimed as the studio audience cheered enthusiastically (Brown). However, what pe...
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Oprah is one of the most well known and revered celebrities worldwide. What make Oprah distinct from mainstream celebrities is the entwining of the person and the product of Oprah. In each chapter, of Oprah: The Gospel of an Icon, Lofton compares materials from Oprah's many productions and religious culture. Lofton specifically focuses on the prosperity gospel as practiced by many churches and preached by Oprah, who gives gifts and fills pages of her magazine with products intended for a better life. Lofton also discusses celebrity culture and contemporary evangelism and how the brand Oprah thrives on the inseparable nature of religion and American capitalism
Jolie’s unusual American experience translates into her children’s lives. 16-year-old Maddox holds the title as an executive producer on Jolie’s upcoming film (Buckley 2017). In addition to this coveted title, he has the opportunity to not only learn, but also practice and excel in his foreign language studies such as French. As a result of Jolie’s occupation and immense wealth, her children are able to benefit and obtain upward class mobility. Jolie is able to provide for them numerous tutors and worldly experiences because of her director status and immense wealth. Annette Lareau’s concept of “concerted cultivation” is readily applied through Jolie’s children; the children possess extremely busy lives all while maintaining an airtight unit of trust, respect, and communication with Jolie that all help to engage the children’s logical, reasoning, and argumentative faculties (Lareau 2011, 2). As a result, Jolie’s children will likely grow up to be hardworking and affluent adults ready to challenge authority and navigate bureaucracy. Jolie’s parental platform provides the opportunities and resources for her children to thrive in an upper class
With the mentioning of Oprah we [the reader] see how race and even in some ways class inequalities...
Oprah Winfrey is an inspiration to many all around the world. She did not have a very good home life up until the age of 14. She was abused as a child and did not see her mother very often because she was a housemaid who was gone almost every day all day. Vernon Winfrey, Oprah’s father, was a big service in her life when it came to keeping her in a nonviolent manner. Oprah also had her career going for her when she became Miss Black Tennessee at age 17. When Oprah became Miss Black Tennessee she was offered a radio broadcasting job and a full scholarship to Tennessee. Oprah had quite a few talk shows yet she made the most money off her own show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and now has her individual network called The Oprah Winfrey Network. Oprah Winfrey’s influential style greatly impacted those who came after her in the entertainment industry.
“In 1998 Oprah Winfrey was listed one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century by the editors of Time magazine” (“Winfrey, Oprah”). Oprah Gail Winfrey was born to Vernita Lee and Vernon Winfrey on January 29, 1954. Currently, Oprah is a successful chairwoman and CEO of The Oprah Winfrey Network: OWN since 2011.
This essay I have decided to write about Oprah Winfrey. This is because Oprah had many serious life events. These life events must have implemented her key development stages or the other.
Few people on television are able to bring joy to others just by being themselves, but those who can are known as modern day icons. Certain individuals have the ability to get up everyday and entertain crowds of hundreds. Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres are prime examples of people who can brighten others’ days and do so for a living. Oprah and Ellen are two memorable women who have accomplished careers as daytime talk show hosts; they have two separate histories that have formed them into the idols we know today. Viewers have grown up watching both women on television, and have learned meaningful life lessons from doing so. They are often thought of as important role models for young women and men in today’s society (Happiness Weekly). Although their stories may
Her career shows Americans that no matter where you come from you can always pursue your dream, and she sets a great example of that, coming from the bottom of New York City and rising to the top with over 40 awards, and 58 nominations, and being one of the first African American in New York City’s show business.” Whoopi possessed yet another quality which made her a rare commodity in the world of show business during the late seventies. It had nothing to do with her race, outfits, or clever stage name but derived from her special gifts. She could skillfully observe the inequities and inanities of contemporary life and express herself in a pungent manner. Audience members- whether white or black, male or female- responded well to her piercing commentary, which made them think while simultaneously amusing them due to the structure of her verbal shtick and physically unique stage presence. (Parish, pg. 66) Goldberg’s career has helped society in numerous ways by giving back to the community, being a Human Rights Advocate, helping the environment, being a black role model, and supporting charities, and foundations. Overlooking Whoopie’s amazing career, and accomplishments she has also brought tears, and laughter to the homes, of millions Americans, and people around the world. She spread a worldwide message telling people to
If given the chance to live the life of anyone from the 20th century for just a day; I would choose Oprah Winfrey. Oprah Winfrey has done everything from talk show host, actress, and publisher to producer these accomplishments made her billions. However, these accomplishments did not happen overnight, Oprah dealt with many struggles in her life along the way. Oprah grew up in poverty within an unloving family and even faced years of sexual abuse by a family member. I may have not faced the same struggles, but growing up with a life threatening condition such as cystic fibrosis is my struggle.
Oprah Winfrey is a role model to thousands of people out there. She has made people understand the purpose of life and how to live it in a way that you are happy. She wants people to help and care for unprivileged people. Oprah thinks that education is a right and not a privilege. She wants everybody to have a good education no matter who they are. Oprah has an amazing story. She went through so many failures in her life but yet still carried on. She had such a tough childhood that actually mad her stronger as a person, that shows us today that just because you had rough parts in life where you didn’t want to carry on you can still get through it and get to where you want to be. Failure determs the level of success you are on and that’s what
Oprah Winfrey: An inspirational role model. Many people find someone in his/her life to look up to, a role model. There are many different kinds of role models; they can be singers, public speakers, a parent, or even a friend. Role models are not determined by certain criteria.
One of the most powerful women in the world is Oprah Gail Winfrey. Oprah is one of the richest businesswomen in the world, but she wasn’t always rich and successful. She had a very tough life growing up and didn’t have much money. She has always been a hard worker, and she had a passion for hosting and acting. Oprah is very good at what she does and that’s how she raised to the top of being one of the most influential women in the media.