American media executive and philanthropist who founded Harpo Productions and built a major television and media business around her work as a broadcaster.

Founder profile

Known for: Harpo Productions; OWN

Business founding milestone: 1986

Overview

Oprah Winfrey is included in this BIGSHOR Wiki collection as a notable business founder associated with Harpo Productions; OWN. The collection is an editorial selection, not a ranking of wealth, influence or business performance.

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