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Harpo Productions, Sony Pictures Television Announce Agreement to Launch Dr. Oz
Chicago, IL and Culver City, CA, FRIDAY, June 13, 2008 — Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, MD, better known to millions as Dr. Oz, the renowned and popular surgeon, educator, and best-selling author who appears regularly on The Oprah Winfrey Show, will debut in first-run syndication next year with a series co-produced by Harpo Productions and Sony Pictures Television (SPT) and distributed by SPT, it was jointly announced today by Oprah Winfrey; Tim Bennett, president, Harpo Productions; and Steve Mosko, president, Sony Pictures Television. » read more »
"Oprah's Big Give" Season Finale Episode Airing April 20
Oprah's Biggest Giver Is Crowned, Jennifer Aniston Delivers Big News, And A Surpise Ending Is Revealed, On The Season Finale Of "Oprah's Big Give"
Monday, March 31, 2008 -- "Episode 108" - It's the first ever "Big Give" finale, and Oprah delivers the ultimate challenge. With NO MONEY and very little time, the last contestants standing must create "Big Gives" out of nothing at all. Jennifer Aniston makes a special appearance and delivers big news! Who will win and be named Oprah's Biggest Giver? A last unexpected twist makes for a series conclusion that will have everyone talking, on the season finale of "Oprah's Big Give," SUNDAY, APRIL 20 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. » read more »
Oprah Winfrey Chooses 'A New Earth' by Eckhart Tolle as Her New Book Club Selection
A Live Interactive Worldwide Web Event and Book Club First: Oprah Joins Author to Teach a 10-Week Webcast Series of Classes on Oprah.com
WEDNESDAY, January 30, 2008, Chicago, IL — "Being able to share this material with you is a gift and a part of the fulfillment of my life's purpose," Oprah Winfrey said on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, as she revealed the 61st Oprah's Book Club selection, A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. She added, "It was an awakening for me that I want for you, too." » read more »
Oprah Winfrey, Discovery Communications to Form New Joint Venture: "OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network"
- OWN to Premiere in 2009 with Distribution in 70 Million U.S. Homes
- Will Be Simulcast in HD and Includes the Power of Oprah.com
» read more »Host, Judges Announced for Oprah's Big Give on March 2
- ABC, Harpo Productions Announce Host And Judges For "Oprah's Big Give," A New Dramatic And Emotional Primetime Series
- Oprah Winfrey, an Executive Producer of the Series, Makes Multiple Special Appearances Throughout the Eight Episodes
- Popular Designer Nate Berkus is Show Host; Panel of Expert Judges Includes Renowned Chef Jamie Oliver, NFL Superstar Tony Gonzalez and Wife of Chris Rock and Charity Founder Malaak Compton-Rock
» read more »Harpo Statement Regarding Dr. Jan Adams
MONDAY, November 26, 2007, Chicago, IL— Dr. Jan Adams appeared as a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show show just once, in 2003, as the host of the Discovery Health Channel series, Plastic Surgery: Before and After. The show he appeared on focused on various television series that highlighted trends in cosmetic surgery. Since he was booked as a guest commentator on the subject of medical television, not in his capacity as a surgeon, and since we did not promote him as a cosmetic surgeon, there was no reason to do a background check on him. » read more »
Oprah Winfrey Chooses Ken Follett's 'The Pillars of the Earth' as Her 60th Oprah's Book Club Selection
WEDNESDAY, November 14, 2007, Chicago, IL — On Wednesday, November 14, 2007, Oprah revealed the 60th Oprah's Book Club selection The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett. She said, "It's such a great read… it's like nothing I would ever read or had ever read before… I got to 800 pages, and I slowed myself down because I didn't want it to end." » read more »
The Oprah Winfrey Show Hosts Largest-Ever Gathering of the Osmond Family on Television on Friday, Nov. 9
THURSDAY, November 8, 2007, Chicago, IL -- For 50 years, America has loved this family — the legendary Osmond brothers. Along with siblings Donny and Marie, they have captured the public's attention like no other family. And now, on Friday November 9, television history will be made when more than 100 Osmonds join together on The Oprah Show stage for a once-in-a-lifetime reunion. » read more »
Oprah Comes to YouTube Exclusive, Behind-The-Scenes Look at Special Moments, Guests of "The Oprah Winfrey Show"
FRIDAY, November 2, 2007, Chicago, IL — YouTube® and Harpo Productions, Inc. today announced the debut of the Oprah channel on YouTube. Offering exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage from the "Oprah cam," Harpo Studios' green room, backstage highlights, and special guest moments—the Oprah channel on YouTube will bring unique perspectives to this ever-expanding international online community. » read more »
"The Oprah Winfrey Show" Announces Big Stars and Even Bigger Surprises in Store for November Sweeps
THURSDAY, November 1, 2007, Chicago, IL — They are some of the biggest names in the world — Julia Roberts, Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington, Celine Dion and Forest Whitaker — and they are all coming to The Oprah Winfrey Show this November. First, the month kicks off on Friday, November 2, with the haircut heard around the world, as Oprah plays barber to two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and 100 audience members receive makeovers from top celebrity hairstylists in Oprah's Great American Haircut. Then, on Monday, November 5, "America's Doctor" Dr. » read more »
Bill Cosby Is All Fired Up, Speaking Out on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" Airing Oct. 17
Bill Cosby Sets The Record Straight And Delivers A Powerful Message To Parents On The Oprah Winfrey Show Wednesday, October 17
TUESDAY, October 9, 2007, Chicago, IL — Legendary entertainer and "America's favorite dad" Bill Cosby is all fired up and speaking out on The Oprah Winfrey Show on Wednesday, October 17. Bringing his passion for dialogue and debate to the Oprah Show stage, Cosby sounds off on the controversy over his 2004 remarks and takes on topics including absent fathers, teenage pregnancy, violence, the n-word, spanking and much more. » read more »
"Oprah Winfrey Presents: Mitch Albom's for One More Day," Premiering Sunday, December 9
Michael Imperioli, Ellen Burstyn Star in Television Event Motion Picture on ABC
Thursday, August 16, 2007 -- Emmy Award(r)-winning actor Michael Imperioli ("The Sopranos") and Academy Award(r)-winning actress Ellen Burstyn ("The Fountain," "The Exorcist") star in the two-hour television event motion picture "Oprah Winfrey Presents: Mitch Albom's For One More Day," premiering SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 (9:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. The production, which wrapped this week, was shot primarily on location in Connecticut. » read more »