Oprah Winfrey has had a legendary media career spanning several decades. The entertainment mogul took daytime TV by storm in the 1980s, produced several movies and TV shows, helmed a self-titled ...

Here is a look at the life of Oprah Winfrey, who hosted the award-winning “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” Personal Birth date: January 29, 1954 Birth place: Kosciusko, Mississippi Birth name: Oprah Gail ...

This article is part of The Poynter 50, a series reflecting on 50 moments and people that shaped journalism over the past half-century — and continue to influence its future. As Poynter celebrates its ...