Black Women in Hollywood : Oprah Winfrey Talks Real Issues on ‘Next Chapter’ [Throwback]

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Oprah Winfrey had a very interesting conversation about black women in Hollywood back in June with actresses Alfre Woodard, Gabrielle Union, Phylicia Rashad and Viola Davis. Since the repeat was on this evening I just had to share it with you all.

I may not be in Hollywood but as an African American woman I could very much relate to the topics being discussed. The convo between these ladies was so good and controversial that it struck debate between my sisters and I, who were intensely watching.

Issues of skin complexion, being a mean girl, accepting roles and uplifting the black community was discussed. It was really good! See more of this amazing discussion at oprah.com and come here and let’s have a conversation about it.

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