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00:00Who is Oprah Winfrey?
00:02Oprah Winfrey is an American media mogul, television personality, actress, and philanthropist,
00:10best known for hosting The Oprah Winfrey Show,
00:13which became one of the highest-rated television programs in U.S. history.
00:19Born
00:19On January 29, 1954, in Kosciuszko, Mississippi,
00:25Winfrey's early life was marked by poverty and hardship,
00:28but she rose to fame through her powerful storytelling and empathetic interviewing style.
00:34The Oprah Winfrey Show aired for 25 years, from 1986 to 2011,
00:41and became a platform where guests shared personal stories,
00:45and Oprah herself became a cultural icon.
00:49In addition to her television career,
00:52Oprah is known for her impact in the world of publishing and media.
00:56She founded O! the Oprah magazine,
01:01and has produced films and documentaries through her company, Harpo Productions.
01:07Oprah's book club, which she launched in 1996,
01:12helped to launch the careers of many authors,
01:15and became a significant influence in the literary world.
01:18Her ability to connect with people,
01:21combined with her charisma and business acumen,
01:23has made her one of the most influential women in the world.
01:28Oprah is also a philanthropist,
01:31contributing millions of dollars to charitable causes,
01:35and advocating for education,
01:37health, and poverty alleviation.
01:39Through her charitable work,
01:41particularly with the Oprah Winfrey Foundation,
01:44she has helped to improve the lives of underprivileged individuals,
01:48particularly in her hometown of Chicago,
01:51and through her school,
01:53the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy.
01:55For girls in South Africa,
01:57Winfrey's legacy extends beyond her media empire,
02:00with her powerful influence on culture,
02:03education, and philanthropy-shaping modern American society.
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