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Oprah Winfrey Reflects on Joan Rivers' Body-Shaming Incident

Winfrey recounts the impact of Rivers' comments during her first appearance on 'The Tonight Show' in 1985.

  • Rivers questioned Winfrey's weight on national television, asking, 'Why are you so fat?'
  • Winfrey initially agreed with Rivers and attempted to lose weight at a health retreat.
  • Steven Spielberg advised Winfrey against losing weight for her role in 'The Color Purple.'
  • Winfrey's experience on 'The Tonight Show' became a significant life lesson.
  • She later spoke out against body-shaming and her role in promoting toxic diet culture.
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