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January 29, 1954

Oprah Winfrey Born

Born January 29, 1954, Oprah Winfrey became the first Black female billionaire and one of the most influential media figures in history. Her talk show ran for 25 seasons and her impact on American culture is immeasurable.

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People: Oprah Winfrey
Sources
1. Oprah Winfrey - The Library of Congress2. Oprah Winfrey - Biography - PBS

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