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2 Jun, 2013

Masterclass

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Kravitz talks about his life growing up as biracial, a famous mother and his music career. He also explains what love and success means to him.

The idea of having to conform to someone else’s ideal is unacceptable. I’m gonna be me. And if I can’t be me, then I’d rather not do it.

Lenny Kravitz on His Ex-Wife, Lisa Bonet | Oprah’s Master Class | Oprah Winfrey Network

25 May, 2013

Tyler Perry interview

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Winfrey interviews Tyler Perry and questions him on Whitney Houston, and his career.

I felt a huge responsibility for her for Whitney herself. I felt a tremendous responsibility from the first day we sat down in that restaurant and had a conversation where she was so open with me. I stood with them the Houston family. Whatever they needed, they would call and say this and this is going on or that’s going on. Or I would talk to her sometimes and she would just be, you know out of it, but trying to be together.

Tyler Perry Responds to His Critics: "I Get It" | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

4 May, 2013

Jamie Foxx interview

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Winfrey interviews Jamie Foxx  and talks about being a SNL host and his music career.

In different forms at different times. When I’m in the studio, I’m completely focused on music. But it’s tough for me when I’m with other musicians, as it makes me think of my childhood. When I was younger, I was funny, but I really only wanted to be a recording artist. I just didn’t get the chance – until recently.

Jamie Foxx's Life-Changing Lessons | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

3 May, 2013

Jason Collins interview

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Winfrey interviews Jason Collins on Oprah’s Next Chapter. Winfrey questions Collins about being the first openly gay active pro athlete and coming out to his brother. 

It’s pretty light we try to make each other laugh. Were brothers. He was just very serious and he said I’m gay. Just like that, I’m gay.

How Jason Collins Came Out to His Twin Brother | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

7 Apr, 2013

Jane Fonda interview

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Winfrey interviews Jane Fonda and talks about her battle with cancer, her family and mature sex.

The fact that I made it and I’m all in one piece Fonda, 75. You know a couple years ago I got breast cancer, and that was a good test, because I always said I’m not afraid of dying, and I wasn’t. 

Jane Fonda: "I'm Not Afraid of Dying" | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

24 Mar, 2013

Masterclass

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The singer talks about her life with Fleetwood Mac and how she overcomes cocaine addiction.

Here’s the truth — I know this for sure — we are not defined by the challenges in our lives, but how we face them

Stevie Nicks: "I Used to Carry a Gram of Cocaine in My Boot" | Oprah’s Master Class | OWN

17 Mar, 2013

Masterclass

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Brokaw expresses his love of journalism, the risks he has taken along the way and how being great is about stepping out of your comfort zone.

Don’t be afraid to do something unconventional, to take a chance, to risk something

Tom Brokaw's Road to NBC Nightly News | Oprah’s Master Class | Oprah Winfrey Network

10 Mar, 2013

Masterclass

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The former model talks about how growing up pretty has its disadvantages.

I did not grow up feeling that I had to prove that I was as good as boys. I assumed that I was

What Cindy Crawford Values More Than Happiness | Oprah’s Master Class | Oprah Winfrey Network

Chelsea Handler interview

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Winfrey interviews Chelsea Handler and discus her ex. 50 cent and new boyfriend.

We were talking about living our lives together, my boyfriend and I. We’ve broken up a couple of times and gotten back together, and we’re trying to figure out how to live a life together.

Chelsea Handler's Best Relationship Advice | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

3 Mar, 2013

Masterclass

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Keys speaks about her childhood in New York, her first time knowing what she wanted to do in life, and her first record deal. She expands into her adult life about her career, her love for her son and her husband. She contributes her success on always staying true to herself.

He’s just bubbling over with life

The Word Alicia Keys Banned from Her Vocabulary | Oprah’s Master Class | Oprah Winfrey Network

Wayans Family interview

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Winfrey interviews The Wayans Family, Kim, Keenan, Shawn, Marlon, Damien, Craig, and Damon Jr. were all in attendance. Winfrey asks questions of the families beginning, In Living Color, and family life. 

I think what people don’t understand is that comedy is a mask for pain. People who are innately funny are innately disturbed.

The Wayans Family Finds Humor in Hardship | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

27 Jan, 2013

LL Cool J interview

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Winfrey interviews LL Cool J on Oprah’s Next Chapter. During the interview Winfrey asks about LL Cool J’s childhood abuse and his rise to fame.

I think when I was feeling was that’s terrifying but no one can get inside my mind. Soon as you walk out that room I’m back in my mind I’m back in my imaginary world where everything is great, where my dreams come true, where I could you know make something of my self.

Why LL Cool J's Wife Dislikes the Song "Doin' It" | Oprah's Next Chapter | Oprah Winfrey Network

Cissy Houston interview

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Winfrey interviews Cissy Houston, and discusses the loss of her daughter.

No. She didn’t listen, I didn’t bother with that you know. Say oh well your choice you know. At that time she was old enough to do what she wanted to.

Cissy Houston on Rumors About Whitney Houston's Sexuality | Oprah's Next Chapter | OWN

20 Jan, 2013

Drew Barrymore interview

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Barrymore talks to Winfrey about marriage, being a good parent with no childhood examples and past in an interview on Oprah’s Next Chapter.

Because you can take every experience in your life especially the hard or the bad or the wrong and right it all. Because it’s always a good blueprint.

Drew Barrymore on What Her Past Taught Her About Parenting | Oprah's Next Chapter | OWN

25 Oct, 2012

Justin Bieber interview

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Winfrey interviews Justin Bieber in a tell all interview covering Bieber’s rise to fame and career.

My fans, I’m able to really connect with them through the internet and have that Twitter and Facebook and YouTube you know how I can upload videos and have them come and read their comments and reply to their comments. It’s like a whole different world.

Justin Bieber on Oprah's Next Chapter part 2 of 4 HD