Top 10 Oprah Moments
From her infamous interview with a love-struck Tom Cruise to an unforgettable car giveaway, TIME explores the talk-show host's most memorable moments
From Small Screen to Silver Screen
In her acting debut, Oprah starred as strong-willed Sofia in Steven Spielberg's 1985 film The Color Purple, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker. For her portrayal, Oprah was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She later produced a stage version on Broadway in 2005, which ran for three years and is now on a national tour.
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