Oprah Winfrey has been one of the most powerful and influential African American women in this millennium. Oprah is well-known for many things. Oprah has a fortune in the billions. Winfrey, a popular talk show host and influencer in the world, is more than just a famous personality. She has set an example for women and girls of her generation.

Oprah wields a lot of influence over the culture and social life in today’s society. Oprah has a lot of power over our society and culture. Oprah has also been known to be an activist. In the early 1990s her childhood experience of abuse was part of what motivated her. Winfrey “led a movement to create a list of child abusers who had been convicted.” The Oprah Bill was signed into law by President Clinton in 1993. Winfrey, through her private charity and grants she has provided to women around the globe who are pursuing education.

Oprah uses her celebrity status to make a difference in the lives of others. She donates money for women’s education and helps convict those who abuse children. Winfrey gave $40 million in addition to her time and effort for the establishment of The Leadership Academy for Girls, near Johannesburg. The academy was opened in January, with 152 pupils. Oprah says that she does what she was created to do – change lives. “Oprah was born to be a salesperson. She has the power to sell products, causes, and ideas. Winfrey makes the most of her fame and power, making sure that she’s noticed.

Oprah is unique in television and the entertainment industry. Oprah Winfrey has been the subject of many shows that have attempted to imitate her television style. But Oprah Winfrey remains unique. Winfrey’s empire will continue to grow for generations. Her empire includes her talk show and book club, as well as a website, magazine, radio station, personal growth tours on YouTube, Facebook, and an OWN cable television network. All of Winfrey’s components have helped her become not only the “most trustworthy brand name” of America but “the Queen of All Media,” Forbes stated when it ranked Winfrey 234th in its list of global billionaires.

Oprah Winfrey is a major influencer of African American culture. She has also paved the way for African Americans to be successful in the entertainment industry and as women. She has a greater influence on society and culture than most celebrities.