HAPPY BIRTHDAY Oprah Gail Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, and turns 65. The famous talk show host was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She is known for her popular talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show. Oprah became a co-anchor for the local news at the age of 19. She has launched her own production company, Harpo Productions, and her own network, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). The philanthropist founded the Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa in 2007. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Obama in 2013. The National Women’s Hall of Fame inductee made history by becoming America’s first black multibillionaire. She has also starred in films The Color Purple and A Wrinkle in Time. Happy Birthday, Oprah!