How to Contact Oprah Winfrey

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Last Updated: October 8, 2020 References

Oprah Winfrey is perhaps the most famous woman in North America. She is a well-respected media mogul and highly regarded philanthropist. If you have ideas for a show, an article for her magazine, "O," or want to contact her to discuss your charitable work or extraordinary story, there are several avenues to take. Whether using social media, contacting her media outlets, or letting your story garner acclaim, be patient and keep your messages respectful.

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Using Social Media

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Follow her on LinkedIn. LinkedIn is a professional platform where you can create a free profile to outline your professional achievements and goals. Oprah has over 100, 000 followers and regularly updates her work. After creating a profile, search for her name using the search bar and then you may message her by pressing the down arrow next to the Follow button. A drop down menu will appear. Click Send Oprah an Inmail and send your message.^{[1]
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- LinkedIn is mainly used for professional purposes. Make sure you fill out your profile so that whoever sees it will know who you are. It also works on connections so the more people you connect with, the better chance you have of seeing if someone in your network knows Oprah.
- Oprah's username on LinkedIn is simply Oprah Winfrey.
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Comment on her Instagram. Instagram is a platform mainly used for posting and commenting on pictures. Oprah has over 4.6 million followers and has posted over 500 pictures. Create a free profile, search for her name using the search bar and you can both Like and comment on any of her pictures. You may also simply go directly to https://www.instagram.com/oprah/^{[2]
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- If you comment enough and your comments are smart, meaningful, or moving in someway, you may get a response back.
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Tweet Oprah. Twitter is a platform that allows people to give quick blurbs about anything. Oprah has over 30 million followers and has sent over 10, 000 tweets. Create a free profile, search for Oprah using the search bar, and click Follow. You may like her Tweet by pressing the heart icon, comment, on her tweet, or tweet directly at her by including her name @Oprah in your tweet. Oprah's username is @Oprah^{[3]
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- Hashtags are very popular in both social media and Twitter. If something you hashtag becomes viral, you may be able to get the attention of Oprah, especially if it is something meaningful or promotes positive social change.
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Send her a Facebook message. Oprah has over 11 million followers on her Facebook page. Create a free profile and search for Oprah using the Search tool. Her username is Oprah Winfrey. Like her page and you may Like or comment on any of her posts. There is a Comment icon underneath each post that you can simply press to share your thoughts. If you comment enough and your ideas are meaningful, someone may comment back.^{[4]
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- Unlike other platforms, Facebook doesn’t put a limit on the length of your comment or restrict video or links associated to a comment. Take advantage by writing a thoughtful comments with appropriate links, images, or videos. The more your comments stand out, the more you have a chance of getting her attention and making contact with her.
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Keep it positive. Oprah is known for her philanthropy and over all positive influence in society. Any negative or disrespectful comments will most likely get ignored or get you into trouble. Be sure to have something meaningful to say before trying to contact her through social media especially since all her followers will most likely see your public comments.

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Utilizing Media Outlets

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Be a part of an OWN show. Oprah is a media mogul and owns several different media outlets but her largest is OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network). There are a number of television shows that are on this network and you can apply to be part of the cast. Visit Oprah.com and scroll down to the Contact Us button. Click it and a new screen appears with Be A Part of An Own Show. Follow the prompt and submit your application.^{[5]
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- If you have an interesting story to tell and it fits the mandate of Own TV, you have a great chance at making it to television and contacting Oprah as she will be the voice of creative content in all shows produced for her network.
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Contact O Magazine. Oprah’s magazine is always looking for feedback and articles. If you have an interesting story or want to share your personal thoughts, go to Oprah.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the screen. A new screen pops up with What’s your opinion about O, the Oprah Magazine? Click on Share your personal thoughts and stories. Follow the prompts.^{[6]
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- Like her other media outlets, Oprah is looking for compelling or thought-provoking content. If your story stands out, you have a good chance of contacting Oprah herself.
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Purchase tickets for “The Life You Want Weekend”. Oprah is famous for an event called The Life You want Weekend. Go to Oprah.com and click on Contact Us at the bottom of the screen. A new screen appears with Oprah’s The Life You Want Weekend. Click on contact us @oprahweekend.com and submit your questions or request to purchase tickets. If you are at an event where Oprah is at, you may attempt to contact her to share your story.^{[7]
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- If the event does not take place near you, you may have to wait for something closer.
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Follow her speaking engagements. Follow Oprah’s social media profiles and keep updated on Oprah.com to find out about speaking engagements and appearances. While her studio is in Chicago, she is constantly travelling the world for events and interviews.
- Find an event that’s both suitable for your schedule and purpose. If you want to contact Oprah about her magazine, go to an event associated with it. If you want to talk to her about philanthropy, go to a charity event.

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Earning an Interview

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Take up a good cause. Oprah has become renowned for her positive impact in the world. If you are passionate about creating a better society and have made notable strides, Oprah may reach out to you to help with your cause. While she is a famous philanthropist she also mobilizes organizations to create a positive impact around the world. Follow her lead and join one of her many charitable causes.
- Oprah both interviews and interacts with many people who affect positive change in the world. While contacting Oprah shouldn’t be the sole reason you do your work, it could be a great bonus.
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Excel in arts and entertainment. Oprah is known for interviewing celebrities, athletes, actors and actresses. If you are interested in pursuing a career in film or sports or have garnered fame some other way, you have a very good chance of contacting Oprah.
- Oprah is famous for her book club so if you become a famous author, you may have a chance of contacting her to discuss your work.
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Excel in business and politics. Oprah not only interviews titans of industry and politicians but also often partners up to bring about change in the community. She also is a savvy business person and understands how to partner with good brands.