Through the power of media, Oprah Winfrey has created an unparalleled connection with people around the world. As supervising producer and host of the top-rated, award-winning “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” she has entertained, enlightened and uplifted millions of viewers for the past two decades. Her accomplishments as a global media leader and philanthropist have established her as one of the most respected and admired public figures today.
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- Television Pioneer
- Magazine Founder & Editorial Director
- Producer/Actress
- Online Leader
- Philanthropist
- Television Programming Creator
- Satellite Radio Programmer
- Honorary Achievements
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*Nielsen Cassandra Ranking Report - Nov'86 to July '99 and Wrap Sweeps+, Nov '99 to May ‘08. Wtd Avg DMA HH Rtg, Primary Telecasts Only.
**Nielsen/NPower/P2+ unique viewer average: 1-minute qualifier, L+7, 11/1-11/28/07, 1/31-2/27/08, 4/24-5/21/08, excludes 11/23/07.
Last Updated: October 2008
*Nielsen Cassandra Ranking Report - Nov'86 to July '99 and Wrap Sweeps+, Nov '99 to May ‘08. Wtd Avg DMA HH Rtg, Primary Telecasts Only.
**Nielsen/NPower/P2+ unique viewer average: 1-minute qualifier, L+7, 11/1-11/28/07, 1/31-2/27/08, 4/24-5/21/08, excludes 11/23/07.
Last Updated: October 2008