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Oprah Winfrey

Born on January 29, 1954 in Kosciusko, MS

Oprah Winfrey rose from poverty and a troubled youth to become the most powerful and influential woman in television and, according to Forbes Magazine, the world's most highly paid entertainer. Read Full Biography

Year	Award	Category	Movie	Result
1985	Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences	Best Supporting Actress	The Color Purple	Nominated

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