Plot Synopsis

OWN SPOTLIGHT (THE COLOR PURPLE INTERVIEWS) is a one-hour series of OWN SPOTLIGHT specials, featuring interviews with the stars of THE COLOR PURPLE. Episodes include interviews with:

Taraji P. Henson (Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 10pm ET/PT): Oprah speaks with Oscar and Emmy nominee Taraji P. Henson about her role as blues singer Shug Avery in THE COLOR PURPLE and why this reimagined version is for a new generation.

Fantasia Barrino (Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10pm ET/PT): Oprah talks with Grammy-award winning singer and Golden Globe nominee Fantasia about her role as Celie in the reimagined THE COLOR PURPLE; Fantasia shares how her character empowered her to heal from past trauma.

Danielle Brooks (Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 10pm ET/PT): Oprah talks with Tony and Golden Globe nominee Danielle Brooks about her role as Sofia in THE COLOR PURPLE, and they reflect on filming a scene.