Barack Obama
The then Illinois state senator took a rare break from his 16-hour workday to tell Oprah about his multicultural upbringing, political plans and priorities, and loving family.
November 2004



Barbara Walters
The broadcasting legend who can coax a fascinating answer out of a rock opens up about her life, her passions, her peaks, her regrets—and, yes, she makes Oprah cry.
October 2004



Alica Keys
The classically trained five-time Grammy-winning sensation opens up heart and soul about her leap from Hell's Kitchen to superstardom.
September 2004



Bill Clinton
The 42nd president opens up about his extraordinary journey to the White House, his controversial second term, and his current-day dreams for himself, America, and the world.
August 2004



Billy Crystal
The brilliantly hilarious, family-centric comedian riffs about everything from Saturday Night Live to shampooing his daughters' hair to his charming children's book.
June 2004



Stevie Wonder
Since the age of 12, he has been the sunshine of our musical lives. Now the 22-time Grammy winner talks about the music of his mind, fatherhood, and his first album in ten years.
May 2004



Bono
Oprah talks to the legendary front man of U2, husband of 22 years, and father of four, who's singing his heart out to shine light on a crisis devastating a continent.
April 2004



Sarah Jessica Parker
The force behind Sex and the City opens up about motherhood, a complex marriage, money worries, turning 40 and her dreams of someday running a grocery store!
March 2004



Madonna
The queen of personal transformation talks to Oprah about motherhood, marriage, and music. It may sound tame but you better believe she still has the power to shock!
January 2004