Oprah Gail Winfrey is an American talk show host, television producer, actress, author, and media proprietor. She is best known for her talk show, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," which broadcast from Chicago and ran in national syndication for 25 years, from 1986 to 2011. Winfrey is recognized as a global media leader and philanthropist, having created an unparalleled connection with audiences worldwide.