OneRepublic release Wherever I Go

Frontman Ryan Tedder calls it an appetizer for their impending fourth effort, due out later this year. Its this short song and this huge burst of energy that you kind of dont see coming. The biggest thing Im chasing is that, Wait a minute, what the f was that? reaction, Tedder tells EW. With first singles, youre looking for that unicorn in the woods kind of sound. Just having a hit record doesnt really shift the needle....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Samantha Blackwell

Oprah quiz: How well do you know her?

Celebrate the icon’s 62nd birthday with a by-the-numbers quiz In what should probably be a national holiday, Oprah Winfrey celebrates her 62nd birthday on Friday. Born in Mississippi on Jan. 29, 1954, the famed star has spent more than three decades in the industry. In honor of Oprahs big day, test your knowledge of the media maven with EWs by-the-numbers quiz, ahead. Credit: Discovery EW has detailed the best in movies, TV, music, and books for 25 years with the Must List....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Tina Jensen

Oprah Winfrey admits she worried about embarrassing herself inThe Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

But the icon admits that taking on the starring role in HBOsThe Immortal Life of Henrietta Lackswas intimidating. I was really anxious about this character, says Winfrey. Explains Wolfe: I instantly responded to Deborah. Quantrell Colbert/HBO ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: You optioned this book in 2010. What drew you to this?OPRAH WINFREY:I lived in Baltimore as a reporter for eight years. I traveled the same streets that Henrietta walked on, her family....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 585 words · Stephen James

Oprah Winfrey endorses Jimmy Kimmel for vice president

Despite her long-standing presence in American culture, Oprah Winfrey has been reluctant about making political endorsements. Her first was famously for Barack Obamas first campaign in 2008. When Kimmel first asked, Winfrey gave him a withering look, and then asked about his platform. Credit: ABC Donald Trump didnt have to go through any of this! He just said he was gonna make America great, Kimmel said. Why do I have to have specifics?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Megan Ramsey

Oprah Winfrey explains controversial tweet following Trump's election win

Oprah Winfrey heard the criticisms about her controversial post-election tweet, and she understands the flak. Yall heard about my tweet problems? Everybody take a deep breath! Credit: Michael Kovac/Getty Images Winfrey wrote, adding the hashtag #HopeLives. Winfrey was slammed for the tweet throughout her mentions. This is the second time Ive had tweet troubles, she said on Sunday. And its the same lesson, so Jesus, I hear you. You dont have to tell me again....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Amy Mueller

Oprah Winfrey explains why she's collaborating with '60 Minutes'

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. In the fall, Oprah Winfreywill join CBSs60 Minutesas a special correspondent. Because the thing I did every day so well was not the show, but the aftershow. Credit: Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic Every day after the show, I talked to the audience. They were my focus group. I would hear what was going on in their lives, what was important to them, their kids....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Jamie Tyler

Oprah Winfrey talks Queen Sugar, election, talk show

I care about what happens to incarcerated men, she says. So its a different way to share the same stories and themes. But miss is not the word. Credit: Josh Brasted/Getty Images for OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network I cherish everything it represented, she tells DuVernay. They came home after school and watched. They watched it with their mothers. They left their husbands because of it. They found their husbands because of it....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · James Scott

Oprah Winfrey: Color Purple audition discussed at Essence Fest

The 6,000-person theater was packed to the rafters for Winfreys appearance, and she did not disappoint. As most Winfrey fans know, the then-morning news host onA.M. I didnt need a speaking role. Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images I was willing to carry the script, help people with the water. Quincy Jones calls Reuben Cannon, the casting agent, and says I think I found Sophia.' Going against Hollywood protocol, she called Cannon herself....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 412 words · Paul Andrews

Oprah, Ava DuVernay producing OWN series Queen Sugar starring Rutina Wesley

Rutina Wesley is linking up withSelmadirector Ava DuVernay for a new OWN series. The 36-year-old Wesley will play Nora Bordelon, a New Orleans-based journalist and activist. AfterTrue Blood, Wesley recurred in season 3 ofHannibalon NBC as well as having a one-episode turn inArrow. Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images She also co-starred inThe Perfect Guyalong with Sanaa Lathan, Michael Ealy, and Morris Chestnut. Wesley has performed onstage extensively and was a graduate of Juilliards drama division....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 160 words · Carrie Tucker

Oprah: 17 People, Moments, and Things She Put on the Map

(And along the way she’s givenKristen Wiigone of her best characters.) Nate Berkus (Decorati) The charming fan-favorite designer scored his own talk show. Spanx (November 2000) Lets the American public in on the celeb secret that is Spanx. Jamie McCarthy/WireImage for Time Inc. Kirstie Alley in bikini (November 2006) Kirstie Alley reveals her bikini body. Tom Cruise jumping on the couch (May 2005) Tom Cruise jumps for Katie Holmes. Oprah and Michael in a golf cart (February 1993) Michael Jackson at Neverland....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Hannah Garcia

Orange Is the New Black cast talks season 4

Pipers ruthless turn could be the cause of her downfall. EW asked Schilling what this shift would mean for Piper going forward. I think she took that and she ran with it, she said. Credit: Netflix I dont know if its necessarily helping her anymore. She takes things to extremes and tends to run herself into the ground. Pennsatucky will attempt to move forward. But since her tragic backstory has been revealed, she has become one of the shows most sympathetic figures....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Whitney Grant

Orange Is the New Black recap: (Don't) Say Anything

In the middle of mopping the floors with Morello and Suzanne, Taystee gets called to Caputos office. Pipers business isnt the only thing coming a bit unhinged. Adorably, Poussey responds, How about we say were happy and leave it at that? Credit: Netflix This leads into our backstory du jour. As it turns out, Vinny lives with his parents and younger brother, which he tells Morello. But thingsareheating up for Caputo!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 189 words · Ryan Brewer

Orange Is the New Black recap: Bunny, Skull, Bunny, Skull

And the influx of inmates at Litchfield is continuing to cause problems for everybody there. Including the body in the garden. Here’s pour recap of Episode 10, Season 4 ofOrange Is the New Black. Credit: JoJo Whilden/Netflix “Do you ever feel like a person without a country?” On the outside, Aleida (Elizabeth Rodriguez) finds out quickly that life post-prison presents its own challenges. Inside, Daya (Dascha Polanco) feels like she’s starting prison anew again....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 169 words · Jonathon Taylor