LOS ANGELES, June 5 ― The Oprah Winfrey Network has announced a two-night OWN Spotlight: Where Do We Go From Here? to discuss the issue of racism. Hosted by the queen of American talk-show presenters, the show will convene a number of influential members of the African American community...
Friday, 05 Jun 2020 11:27 PM MYTLOS ANGELES, June 5 ― The Oprah Winfrey Network has announced a two-night to discuss the issue of racism. Hosted by the queen of American talk-show presenters, the show will convene a number of influential members of the African American community including the director of “There is no one like Oprah to bring us all together at this critical moment in our history to offer insights, perspective and action,” said David Zaslav, president and CEO ofnetwork.
The debate, which will take place over two evenings at the Town Hall in New York City, will simultaneously be broadcast on theThe first part will air on Tuesday, June 9, and the second part on Wednesday, June 10. To address topics related to racism in the United States, Oprah Winfrey will be joined by a number of personalities including the politically committed filmmaker Ava DuVernay and actor and activist David Oyelowo.
As well as presenting the debate, Oprah Winfrey will also act as executive producer for the project. “I've been having private conversations with friends and thought leaders about what's next and where we go from here,” explained the famous chat-show host. “I thought it would be both of interest and service to bring their ideas, concerns and comments into a national spotlight.
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