‘The Color Purple’: Oprah Winfrey Says ‘Spiritual’ Journey Led to Breakout Role | rETro

Oprah Winfrey told ET in 1985 how ‘The Color Purple’ became part of her ‘spiritual development.’ Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of Alice Walker’s beloved novel celebrates its 35th anniversary this year. In this flashback chat, Winfrey reveals what she believes her ‘greatest gift’ is, and opens up about how her breakout performance represented the obstacles she herself has overcome.