Oprah Winfrey Has Received Enough Hate in Recent Times but Her Overall $400 Million Donation Speaks Volumes About Her Intent in Hollywood
Oprah Winfrey is one of the most influential women in the world. After her sensational The Oprah Winfrey Show launched her into fame, Winfrey used her fortune from television to venture into philanthropy. Coming from humble beginnings, she knew that she could help a lot of underprivileged people around the world to get the best opportunities.
Oprah Winfrey in The Oprah Winfrey Show | Credits: Wls-tv Chicago
However, the champion of women and LGBT+ rights has recently found herself in the midst of controversies. Winfrey’s alleged connections to disgraced individuals like Jeffrey Epstein, Harvey Weinstein, and Diddy have called her philanthropic work into question.
Oprah Winfrey’s philanthropy still earns her respect from audiences Oprah Winfrey in The Oprah Winfrey Show | Credits: Harpo Studios
According to Forbes, Oprah Winfrey donated nearly $400 million to educational organizations until 2012. She is one of the top African-American philanthropic individuals in America. According to the data from looktothestars.
Oprah Winfrey in The Oprah Winfrey Show | Credits: Wls-tv Chicago
However, the champion of women and LGBT+ rights has recently found herself in the midst of controversies. Winfrey’s alleged connections to disgraced individuals like Jeffrey Epstein, Harvey Weinstein, and Diddy have called her philanthropic work into question.
Oprah Winfrey’s philanthropy still earns her respect from audiences Oprah Winfrey in The Oprah Winfrey Show | Credits: Harpo Studios
According to Forbes, Oprah Winfrey donated nearly $400 million to educational organizations until 2012. She is one of the top African-American philanthropic individuals in America. According to the data from looktothestars.
- 12/18/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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