Oprah Winfrey

When Jeremiah G. Hamilton passed away in 1875, he was known as the richest Black man in the U.S. Despite that distinction, Hamilton was not part of an investment firm on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). It took 179 years after the NYSE was established in 1792 for a Black investment firm to take...

WW International Inc. (NASDAQ:WW) reported its fourth-quarter financial results after the bell Wednesday. The company also announced Oprah Winfrey decided not to stand for re-election to its board of directors. The Details: WW International reported quarterly adjusted losses per share of $1.11....

The story of Oprah Winfrey has been inspiring for many with the media mogul being born into poverty and going on to become the world’s first Black billionaire in the year 2000. While Winfrey has accomplished many things in her lifetime, she nearly added a run for president to the list of her...

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson have landed amid a heated debate after urging their extensive fan base to donate to the Maui, Hawaii, relief fund. The intent was to provide support for those affected by the catastrophic Lahaina wildfires. However, given the combined net worth...

The crypto community is rallying behind the Maui community, with a relief fund endorsed by A-list celebrities Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson now accepting cryptocurrency donations. In early August 2023, Maui witnessed devastating wildfires that consumed over 2,500 acres,...

Wildfires in Hawaii are causing widespread devastation across the state, forcing residents to abandon their homes in the face of unrelenting destruction. Here's a look at the individuals and corporations stepping forward with donations to support those affected in the island paradise. What...

If you’re finding a reason to hop on to the Threads app, you might just find one as a lot of popular names are now getting on the platform. The fastest growing social media app now has a long list of stars, and we bring you some of the top names. What Happened: Several high-profile...

The conversation on psychedelics has made its way to Oprah Winfrey’s daily show, where the beloved host invited Dr. Roland Griffiths, Ph.D., to talk about a topic that, in her words, “so many people want to avoid, but it’s one that every one of us is going to have to face in our...

Mark Zuckerberg‘s Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) has ramped up its plan to disrupt the social media sphere with an upcoming Twitter alternative by convincing some A-listers to join the platform.  What Happened: Meta is in discussions with Oprah Winfrey...

Company founders, athletes and musicians can reach billionaire status over time. For some, this can happen late in their career or during the second or third act of their career. Here’s a look at what age and how long it took some of the most famous billionaires to reach the impressive...

Oprah Winfrey, delivering her commencement speech at Tennessee State University, slammed the U.S. lawmakers for the recent spate of mass shootings nationwide.  What Happened: Winfrey acknowledging the gravity of the issue, which is close to Tennessee residents after a recent shooting at a...

This story is part of a new series of features on the subject of success, Benzinga Inspire. Bala Sarda named his tea company Vahdam after his father, Madhav (a reverse anagram). The startup went on to disrupt what data shows is a $200-billion industry. Benzinga reached out to Sarda, 31, to learn...

Oprah Winfrey is a name that needs no introduction. She is a media mogul, actress, producer and philanthropist who has influenced millions of people around the world through her work and words. Over the course of her long career, Oprah has left an indelible impression on people’s hearts...

Each week, Benzinga compiles the latest entertainment news into a cohesive column for your consideration. Read on for the latest updates — both useful and irreverent. Trophy Life. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences didn't offer an explanation as to why it rejected a...

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is following Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis by releasing a new book in the lead-up to the Republican primaries, although the latter has yet to officially announce his candidacy. In his book called “Letters to Trump,” 150 notes written to the former...