Oprah Winfrey
A role model. When one hears that word many people think of something or someone who has impacted their life in a positive way. In my opinion a perfect example of a role model is Oprah Winfrey. She's an African American who is not only a symbol for black people everywhere, but a symbol for all people. The Academy of Achievement has referred to Oprah Winfrey as one of the most successful and admirable woman in America. She is a woman that many people across America trust, respect, and look up to. Her ability to capture the hearts of many has distinguished her role in today's society. Oprah has live through a rough childhood, has had a great education, and has received many awards as well as recognition. Her efforts in providing and giving back to America as well as other parts in the world has gotten her the title of being one of the worlds most influential people.
Oprah Gail Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954 in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She was born into a family that did not have much money but were still able to make ends meet. Originally she was named Orpah Gail Winfrey after one of the people from the bible books of Ruth. It was changed because of the difficulty people had in pronouncing her name so the r and the p were reversed. Her mother is Vernita Lee and her father is Vernon Winfrey. For part of her life she also lived with her grandmother Hattie Mae. While living with her grandma she was able to learn how to read before the age of three. By the time she was able to read she was up in front of the church reciting bible verses and making speeches. At the age of six she moved away from her grandmother to the city were she was raped by her own flesh and blood. Though she lived a hard life she was still able to maintain her grades as well as being jumped two grade levels higher. As a young child she did not have the luxury and opportunities that many of us have today. But one day that all changed. By the age of thirteen she was given a full
Oprah Gail Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954 in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She was born into a family that did not have much money but were still able to make ends meet. Originally she was named Orpah Gail Winfrey after one of the people from the bible books of Ruth. It was changed because of the difficulty people had in pronouncing her name so the r and the p were reversed. Her mother is Vernita Lee and her father is Vernon Winfrey. For part of her life she also lived with her grandmother Hattie Mae. While living with her grandma she was able to learn how to read before the age of three. By the time she was able to read she was up in front of the church reciting bible verses and making speeches. At the age of six she moved away from her grandmother to the city were she was raped by her own flesh and blood. Though she lived a hard life she was still able to maintain her grades as well as being jumped two grade levels higher. As a young child she did not have the luxury and opportunities that many of us have today. But one day that all changed. By the age of thirteen she was given a full