Oprah Winfrey

WASHINGTON, July 22, 2008 -- Noted financial expert Jean Chatzky will provide personalized financial advice to XM listeners on Wednesday, July 23 with "Recession Busting 101," a special two-hour episode of her popular XM Radio show, it was announced today. Consumers from across the country can call in live to 866-OPRAH-XM from 10 a.m. - 12 noon ET to ask their most pressing financial questions on everything from 401Ks to reverse mortgages to debt reduction strategies, and more.    » read more »

Chicago, Ill. and Silver Spring, Md., Wednesday, June 18, 2008 -- Oprah Winfrey and Discovery Communications announced today that Robin Schwartz has been named President for OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network, effective July 14, 2008. Schwartz is currently President of Regency Television in Los Angeles, a joint venture between New Regency Films and News Corporation's Fox Television Studios. There she serves as a studio head, responsible for all aspects of development and production for scripted comedy and drama series.    » read more »

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 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 »

The Contestants Are Sent Home For A Surprise Family Reunion, And John Travolta Shows Up With Some Game-Changing News, When "Oprah's Big Give" Moves To A New Time, Sunday, April 13

Monday, March 24, 2008 -- "Episode 107" - After seven emotionally draining weeks on the road, Oprah sends the final three contestants home for a special family reunion. This week they must go home to give big! With four days and $10,000 cash, the pressure is on to prove they have what it takes to win. To everyone's surprise, movie star John Travolta shows up with a huge announcement that stuns both the contestants and Oprah, when "Oprah's Big Give" moves to a new time, SUNDAY, APRIL 13, from 8:00-9:00 p.m., ET on the ABC Television Network.    » read more »

TUESDAY, March 18, 2008, Chicago, IL — Harpo Productions has signed a development deal with multitalented actress and comedian Kirstie Alley for future television projects, including a possible daily strip format.

"Kirstie is a tremendous talent who is incredibly relatable and a true fan favorite, and we are thrilled to welcome her to Harpo," said Tim Bennett, president of Harpo Productions. "Audiences love her, and it's easy to see why: She is always at ease, whether speaking up about the most intimate aspects of her life or even appearing in a bikini on The Oprah Show. We are looking forward to working together to bring viewers everywhere her distinctive voice and comedic flair."    » read more »

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