Who Says Work Doesn’t Pay?

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The Forbes Celebrity 100 list, basically a who’s who of who has money to burn, rounds out its Top 20 with such names as Jay-Z, Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant. But, Oprah Winfrey – queen of not only daytime talk, but of twisting the Bible for her own ends – just climbed back to the #1 spot.

Any way you look at it, it’s a sweet deal. She could have ended up replacing Blagojevich, but instead gets to keep the ladies zoned out through her TV time slot. When that translates to peace and quiet for us guys (unless we’re dragged in front of the set to serve as shoulder Kleenex) everyone’s happy. Except for Rod, whose spot as low-life is secure.

With such a . . . varied . . . list, I officially don’t want to hear anything else about how the man is keeping Herman Simpson down, or how people that won’t buckle down are predisposed to having the short end of the stick.

Congrats, Oprah. You’re on top of the world. Now buy yourself some refresher courses in that Baptist faith you profess.

Ryan Anthony

20-something Tennessee Journalism student and relentless sports fan.

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Hey, just so you guys know, I have NEVER been a fan of Oprah! In fact, the first time I even watched a full hour of her ridiculous show was when she interviewed Sarah Palin last year. And I only tuned in for Palin, certainly not "control freak" Oprah. I know someone who is a former employee of hers, and she filled me in on what a nightmare she was to work for. Among other things, members of her staff were mandated to sit through "New Age" lectures from some of the most prominent authors in that movement, which really offended my friend's Christian beliefs.

Anyway, I've never had time for women who revere Oprah like she was the ultimate authority on everything, and buy books simply because Oprah recommends them. Thankfully, I was raised by a mother who taught me to think for myself!
Gee Gee

Hey, she is not hurting anyone. She got her money honestly (meaning not illegally like many wall street tycoons, politicians, etc.). I say "Go for it!" It is hard enough being African-American and it is rare that we hit such a prestigious status. She does lots of informative shows that help people and I think that is great! I can't wait to see what she does next.