Oprah Winfrey addresses Taraji P. Henson feud rumors

Oprah Winfrey explains the story behind the rumors of a feud on the set of “The Color Purple.”
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[@donnalouise1218]

Sometimes the best response is no response at all. This is getting messier everyday.

[@o13sweetboy]

I don't believe that not all the time..sometimes you have speak out.

[@speedracertv4934]

She's not supposed to defend herself against lies?????

[@sharonmiller8393]

Fantasia and Danielle was not obligated to say one word. They should have seen the trap Oprah and Gayle was setting them up for. It was a tasteless interview, lead on by Oprah. This was in my opinion Oprah's way of covering herself from all the ugly publicity this situation had thrown toward her name. Gayle seemingly just goes along with the game, at no regard to her own values of right and wrong. I'm not as impressed with Oprah and Gayle as I once was....

[@darbear1092]

When you lying your response can backfire especially when you're a bad liar pants on fire 👖🔥 she friends with harvey weinstein 🤔🤢

[@TVeeTime]

Isn’t this conflict of interest Gayle…??? Where is my Taraji P? She should be there, Nominated or Not…this was her and Oprah’s question to answer collectively, not just Oprah…I’m disappointed at the lack of empathy from everyone involved here…2024…Don’t speak for others unless they told you it’s okay to do so! #TeamTarajiP ❤ Ps…GAYLE STOP LEANING ON FANTASIA, that looked uncomfortable to her and unbecoming!

[@krimsonedit3272]

Not it's not she is a Golden Globe Red carpet she can ask wha she wants stop hating because the truth was told

[@annzeeg4217]

Taraji already addressed but no one's interested in what actually said

[@SIRUSSAYS]

YOOO THE COLOR PURPLE: TARAJI P. HENSON TIRED OF BEING UNDERPAID AS AN ACTRESS - kzbin.infoyx-vGDNalfI

[@Iris_Transforms_Healing]

It was not appropriate for Gayle to ask Oprah to address the feud rumors without the presence of Taraji. Nor was it the moment to do so. This is messy because it’s a mess. Now, with that being said, it’s not Fantasia’s or Danielle’s place to speak for Oprah or for Taraji as it’s not their fight. This is why situations blow up and aren’t resolved because the people involved aren’t given the proper space to address it. In fact, it doesn’t need to be televised at all so my question is what are the motives behind the question? If they are celebrating the film then why put a stain on that moment? Allow things to work themselves out between those involved and then there is no mess nor will there be a highly publicized feud.🦋

[@Nik-pp3qs]

Thank you!! This was Fantasia and Danielle’s moment to celebrate their work and their nominations. It was not Oprah’s time to “clear the air” and pressure them to take sides and defend her position. Inappropriate!

[@Blessed-tn1wd]

Totally agree with OP. I was thinking same. Very tacky on Gayle’s part.

[@tressamorgan1128]

Gayle & Oprah had already discussed whether to bring the “so called feud” up. This was planned. Gayle knows not to over step Oprah.

[@krimsonedit3272]

Your bestie must hate you or you hate her.If my bestie name is trending based on a fckn lie I'm clearing that up for her with TRUTH

[@vivianirabor4197]

Not televised? The situation started on TV

[@lagemmasims1093]

I will say Fantasia has great media training! Kudos to her for redirecting such a tasteless question/conversation into something positive!

[@krimsonedit3272]

You're just mad because the lies you believe are not true .

[@Mzscorpio67]

Gale King is the worst!!

[@lovingrcTV]

Yessss

[@darbear1092]

😂

[@aaironparker2837]

This what happens when you're gullible and have no facts lol. Fantasia and Oprah good job

[@a.reneeh.1407]

Fantasia is a beautiful soul. I appreciate her calm, confidence, decrement, & candor at that moment. She is anointed & may God continue to bless her! 🙌🏾 💜

[@marysalvi242]

@a.reneeh.1407 yeah, thought the question was for O to answer, oh yeah Gail the cheerleader: "cause your O"

[@sweetbrownsuga504]

🫶🏽

[@treyjones1958]

Amen

[@africanqueen2200]

Fantasia has such a calming voice😫❤

[@SIRUSSAYS]

YOOO THE COLOR PURPLE: TARAJI P. HENSON TIRED OF BEING UNDERPAID AS AN ACTRESS - kzbin.infoyx-vGDNalfI

[@dearyvette28]

Danielle like, let’s move on I got places to be 😂😂💜♍️

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

She's an Aries.

[@luvkendalljade]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024shes a virgo

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

@@luvkendalljade No she's not. She literally said in an interview with Fantasia that she's a fire sign, Aries.

[@jenniferjason9716]

Apparently you both are right. If you look it up, her sun is in Virgo born in mid September and her moon is in fire sign Aries.

[@luvkendalljade]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024 google her she was born september 17

[@its420somewhererightnow]

Everyone is standing in their Sundays best, and Gayle is leaning on Fantasia like that. I know Tasia has heels on and if she doesn't then Gayle needs to put hers in the corner also if her feet hurt. Bringing up that comment at that moment was messy on Gayles part.💯💯

[@Stacey_Mae]

Messy Gayle... There is a problem ... The ladies need to tell the truth...

[@Bbz384]

Gayle really irritated me by hanging her arm on Fantasia. How disrespectful of her. I don’t care for that and it’s very ridiculous to bring this subject up.

[@shirlynnbulls6096]

Fantasia is so pretty. Gayle is acting 'too common' and disrespectful by hanging her arm on her shoulder. They have on gowns and Gayle all common/ tacky.

[@tanyayoung9831]

Yall get irritated about every damn thing lol

[@laveece]

It irritated me as well. Keep your body parts to yourself unless invited

[@marysalvi242]

@Bbz384 Yes it is, though Gayle also knows that body language can feel like a bond. smh

[@krimsonedit3272]

Who cares, not Fantasia, go make those 4 of $4 for the customers at the drive thru window and cleanse your broke heart

[@iAMRickAlan]

Fantasia’s face said it all like do we gotta use all over again she said what she said now let’s just focus on the movie and then Danielle Brooks face is like oh snap here we go again

[@clarisseuwase6953]

Team Taraji ❤

[@katinaW68]

Why isn’t Taraji there?Thats the question!!

[@AlexLopez-ov1vs]

The point of it all is they would never ask Julia Robert's to drive her self to work everyday . That's the point give the same respect for every single actor especially if you know the movie is going to be a big box office hit ! Let be real they weren't working on a Sundance film it was a big name production movie !

[@krimsonedit3272]

Julia Roberts agent would have presented a rider and have those things in her contract, Taraji needs to fire the team she hired after she fired the first team

[@AlexLopez-ov1vs]

Very true, however, in this case, with the history of this movie and box office success they knew it would get. Just respect for the cast, especially the leading actors they should have been treated with way more respect. I understand that fantasia was ok with driving her own car, but it's true she the star of the movie the lead actor what happens if she get into a car accident god for bid then what ? It her fault then ... not cool at all.

[@ahhthenohh]

Comparing them to white people again!!!!! Is our own kind not good enough????? How come y'all are not comparing them to likes of Kerry Washington, Loretta Devine, Beyonce or the award winning Regina King? Are they not good enough? Are they not being paid enough either?

[@natashastcyr6903]

But where is Taraji during all this conversation? Why is the entire staff except Taraji there? I don’t like this this is mean girls tactics

[@daveclark8337]

She just tossed the grenade in there and ran. Meanwhile Purple has already fizzled out at the box office, falling down to #7 this weekend.

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@daveclark8337 She didn't run. She's probably tired of the B.S. and phoniness. A $100 million movie budget can't afford food?

[@daveclark8337]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024 The whole thing was a Mistake. You shouldn't spend $100 million on movie that nobody wanted to see. Barbie cost $100 Million. It sold a BILLION in ticket$. Purple has dropped to 7th place at the box already. It's a Flop.

[@balance7350]

​​@@daveclark8337thankyou for saying this. NO one asked for this movie about rape and incest which only causes further division in the black community. Can anyone say HOLLYWOOD AGENDA. Its crazy to me that black women are excited to watch it. What is exciting about this movie? The word traumatic comes is more accurate

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@daveclark8337I agree. The whole thing WAS a mistake. That's why the studio was hesitant about remaking it. They could've used that $100 million for something way better

[@gailwilliams9131]

Why is Gayle arm on Fantasia shoulder? So, disrespectful 😒

[@satorilynn11]

That part!!! Like ewwww, FO me!😆

[@righteouswalk8128]

They are ALL disrespectful to the entire black issue of inequality. They're standing there talking about, "Naahhhh, it wouldn't like that!!!". The way Oprah and Gayle (and the rest of them) are trying to smooth over this battle and are NOT sticking together on the REAL ISSUES, everybody in the film industry is watching this....black actors are getting ready to lose the war (along with Oprah 'nem, too).

[@stardustboy94]

Since when do you own Fantasia ? You need to get a life.

[@mitchellvantrease1333]

Why are you feeding into this?!!! Quit pitting us against one another. This is a non issue smh!!!

[@tanyabrown791]

It’s an affectionate “sister girl” move, that’s all. It shows they have a level of comfort with each other. It’s no big deal.

[@beuimTV]

“This is my first time in the Golden Globes and I do not want to miss that carpet y’all .” 😂😂😂 I think Danielle Brooks speaks for every body - we know Gail you’re Oprah’s bestie and you feel bad about what’s happening on the internet, but as Fantasia said it’s nonsense, so y’all should not even address it, especially in that moment. Just focus in your work, continue to do what you’re doing and the dust will fade. Y’all know how internet is, everybody just want clicks 🤑 Focus on your purpose, your mission and don’t get distracted with them trolls that’s all.

[@kerrylarry8110]

As a man Gail you love drama why would you bring that up when it's not the place for it. You too old for the drama its very sad that you think it's cute to bring up drama at the wrong place. How about wait until you have Taraji and Oprah together and have that conversation not while she's not there that's fake as hell. It's sad we as black can't stick together for nothing when it evolves money we do out people wrong. Sad, Oprah should have said Gail now isn't the time for it. But when you have two grown women being foolish it comes out to this.

[@righteouswalk8128]

SAY THAT AGAIN!!!! Everybody up there is full of mess, especially Oprah because they are following her lead. She and Gail planned that. She should've used that moment to bring the pay issues to light before black actors start working for free. If you can't be a light, go be black somewhere else.💪🏾✊🏾

[@Bbz384]

Yep

[@donatapowell8143]

This looks like damage control. Was this really the time and place to be bringing this all back up? It seemed like everyone is now ganging up on Taraji and used this opportunity to clear the air for themselves and dismiss Taraji's complaints. That catty comment from Fantasia and that face she pulled at the end was quite telling 🫨 0:47. She may not have had an issue with the rental cars, but Taraji did have a legitimate concern. It would have been more gracious not to comment at all, but then she is looking out for her own interests concerning future opportunities and contracts, so she obviously wanted to let Oprah & Co. know that Taraji's issues have nothing to do with her. At least Danielle tried to remain neutral.

[@Dj-gk4eu]

Exactly!!

[@sharonmiller8393]

Exactly!! Fantasia, don't sell your soul sister for the next film or gig to Oprah or the industry. You are way too talented and gifted to play these games.

[@kamariatoure42]

​@@sharonmiller8393That's why she has learned how to play the game! She performed at the grammys because of her relationship with Oprah! She has learned some things after 20 years in the industry & after being almost blackballed herself back in the day. Keep up the good work Tasia lmao 😉 ❤

[@Flowerly210]

The saddest part about it all is, unfortunately, there is an extra layer of negativity surrounding this movie that didn't have to be there. If one does one's research, you'll come to understand that Oprah isn't the one writing the checks because this wasn't a self-funded project. She didn't even have to come out of her pocket on anything but she did because it goes to show how much the project as a whole means to her. The WB is responsible. However, a lie, not from Taraji, will spread quicker than the truth. Pay inequality has been an issue from the beginning of time. They've only recently started rewarding people of color their due respect. Studios don't necessarily think people of color will bring in the masses. As a person of color, I've watched movies made by all. Cast by all. However, when I ask some of my friends that don't share my hue about movies containing black people as leads, they have no idea what I'm talking about. So the disparity is real. WE watched whatever was on tv at the time and it wasn't usually us. So that's what needs to be changed and educated. Please stop bashing Oprah because it's easier to pick up the lie and run and tell that. Not everything in this world is her fault. Let's take accountability for our own actions and do better and stop the negativity.

[@s.b9679]

EXACTLY this whole entire situation was a lie from TPH from all the gossiping lying black folk is a dam shame. TPH is just deflecting

[@sueq.8296]

True. And she picked the wrong time to voice it. It made people boycott the show and that was unfair to all the people that worked so hard.

[@sierradonaven6591]

Double Amen.

[@s.b9679]

Wow y'all reported my comment y'all better be glad I can't remember it y'all just can't handle the truth huh🤦🏿‍♀️

[@oshunputri3392]

@s.b9679 dang I wish I could have read it. I love the truth.

[@TheAirynDolce]

Us as Black people have had to be innovative throughout all of time! Because of this, we’ve learned how to do two things - one good and one bad. And that’s making something out of nothing and making SOMETHING out of NOTHING!!🤷🏾‍♂️

[@APTTMH07]

Wow!! You saying something.. 👌🏾

[@cherylrleigh1912]

I find myself pondering the rationale behind Warner Brothers' decision-makers opting not to provide the principal cast of this $100 million production with the customary amenities of transportation to and from the set, catering services, and their own trailers. These accommodations are typically considered standard in the realm of studio films. Oprah is not associated with the studio and should never have been placed in a situation where she had to request these accommodations. To compound the issue, she even offered to cover the costs for these amenities, which is truly astonishing.

[@daveclark8337]

Plus the movie is already fizzling out at $55 million. That won't even cover the Marketing budget for this Box office Bomb but Taraji is complaining about her pay.

[@misslady582]

I remember Fantasia saying Oprah had to send her a plane at some point.

[@joyhairston-white737]

Exactly

[@donnalouise1218]

They'll sell it to Netflix or some other streaming network. Taraji should have waited until this movie made it or flopped before airing her concerns. She may have shut the door to her future roles. It's better to humble yourself rather than be humbled.@@daveclark8337

[@Bbz384]

Absolutely 💯. The comment I was looking for. These are basic accommodations. That’s ridiculous. They continue to think they can just throw scraps and black people are supposed to just be grateful. Tuh! The audacity of them.

[@Kayerickawall40]

The fact they didn't have what they needed in the beginning speaks volumes.

[@tiffanieking7925]

I’m reading a lot of comments about Taraji’s salary request etc… we all know she’s complain about this in the past when she was asked to do the color purple if it wasn’t right, she should’ve just simply walked away from it. Obviously, whatever she asked for they gave it to her.. Good job Fantasia on how you handle this water cooler situation. Let’s not discuss people when they’re not here and that’s not what the movie is about Miss Gayle.

[@simmayu3279]

Love fantasia but wished she would have let Oprah answer

[@righteouswalk8128]

She was trying to cover for her....

[@tanyayoung9831]

Oprah did answer. I heard everything she said. Listen again.

[@1bluegreen2]

Fantasia.... STAY OUT of it. It's not good for you.... she pushed so hard to get into the mess... honey NO.. let Oprah handle herself. It's not good to get involved in mess unnecessarily. It makes YOU look a certain way jumping in it like that.

[@KS-hi8vi]

She wants to continue to get those gifts and be on Oprah’s good side.

[@latisaholm5700]

She is being used.

[@Vskin420]

I think she was trying her hardest to take the focus back on something positive. The film is being surrounded more by negative behind the scenes press than anything now

[@SIRUSSAYS]

YOOO THE COLOR PURPLE: TARAJI P. HENSON TIRED OF BEING UNDERPAID AS AN ACTRESS - kzbin.infoyx-vGDNalfI

[@ActorSongwriter0626]

I'm sorry but am I the only one who wanted Fantasia to SHUT UP and let Oprah talk? 😂😂 She kept interrupting to say absolutely nothing. 😭 People obviously wanted to hear Oprah's response. Beautiful voice tho Fanny.

[@SheliaRPierre]

I love Fantasia, but Yes she should have remained quiet and let Oprah handle the question.

[@ahhthenohh]

No you are not✋

[@SagaeNelson]

Fantasia is so classy and graceful...continue to be a great example of positivity and light🤗💯🙌🏾🫶🏾💫

[@ronald8071]

She should have stayed out of it

[@Jooniebug]

Why were there issues with foods, trailers and cars? There shouldn't have been issues in the first place. Shameful

[@Nik-pp3qs]

Exactly! This was an A-list production! Regardless of whose “fault” it was, where’s the professionalism?

[@Jooniebug]

Black people should really treat each other with respect. It's so sad we do this to each other. How did the people doing the film thought it was acceptable to treat these people like that? Would they do that to Meryl Streep, Angelina Jolie? I seriously doubt that!

[@joshuamcdowell9745]

Warner Bros isn't a Black studio and TCP is a Black film. That should answer your question. Do you think the white films that Warner Bros produce have these issues? Absolutely not. Black talent has been mistreated by Hollywood for years. Why do you think actors was striking? Because of these big studios like Warner Bros.

[@MrChaseBlue]

@@joshuamcdowell9745you don’t know if all other white productions had these demands that Taraji had

[@Vincent50]

Wow Gail did u have to tarnish a celebrated moment. Why do this? Heck the movie is already suffering at the box office and this was NOT the time to ask the question with Taraji not being present or put the ladies on the spot. I thought Oprah was your friend. Wow!

[@margarethailey6482]

Gayle resting her arm on Fantasia is a whole statement. Discern guys,!!!!

[@kingnetti2039]

Show of dominance 🙁

[@margarethailey6482]

@kingnetti2039 yeah, actually, Fantasia is being humble and smart. Tasia, in the end-to-end, Tasia will walk away with the bank and future projects. They will see her as easy to work with. Tarajhi should have done all she could to settle this behind close doors. I'm sure it was difficult for Tarajhi to watch these newcomers get treated as if they have matched her resume. I could go on with this one. I think Tarajhi should have fought this differently...

[@GarageStudio7]

​@@margarethailey6482That isn't being "humble"; that is submitting to the powers that should not be, for fame and fortune. It may be "smart" but it's not wise.

[@benzmusiczone]

Danielle is so distracted and completely unamused with this conversation lol…she trying to get to that red carpet!

[@carlatrimuel5110]

Gayle using Fantasia as an arm rest speaks VOLUMES to how prideful her and Oprah are. The proud are being brought low.

[@righteouswalk8128]

Pride ALWAYS comes before the fall...I don't care who you think you are. If you wanna be prideful in public and think it's funny, you will fall in public and people will watch you cry.🙏🏿🙏🏿God is not blind.

[@minaa.1984]

LOL y’all will read SO deeply into ANYTHING. Are they not friends?? Don’t you do that with your friends??

[@lillianwilliams5510]

Appropriate time for everything, body language and eye contact, say a lot. Gayle was showing her power or control over Fantasia. Gayle asked Oprah but even Oprah should have been more diplomatic. She wanted to make herself look good. I have never seen so many cast, stick like glue to the producer. It is almost sinister. Oprah will get tired of them and move on to her next project. She is a busy person and is not going to lose her own empire. She can also be a very cold and spiteful person. She protects herself her investments her boundaries and for the most, Gayle and Steadman but herself first.

[@tanyayoung9831]

These comments read like you know these ppl personally. 😂😂😂😂

[@righteouswalk8128]

@@tanyayoung9831 I'm sooo glad I have discernment. God gave it to me.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@FrankcoOffice-ot3ew]

So I'm thinking Oprah Winfrey. If you had the power to get them their own rent a car's and get things situated. Because you was calling front office and WB. That means you had the power to get them more money

[@donnalouise1218]

They agreed to their salaries before production started so it wasn't Oprah's problem or job to get TPH more money.

[@righteouswalk8128]

Do other movies get shafted like this??????

[@FrankcoOffice-ot3ew]

Her family got to eat so I understand why she agree to these contracts but at the same time if I know what this person is worth I will bend over backwards for them and make sure she is paid what she's worth. I have seen other actors wouldn't even play there role until there other actor got paid more. We are family we are suppose to have our sis a brother back.

[@derricksingleton4736]

Danielle was ready to leave and go to the red carpet 😅.

[@s.b9679]

Why your arm on her shoulder like you know her like that👀

[@donnalouise1218]

Gayle is always too common when she interviews black people. While interviewing Tyler Perry for Maxine's Baby she was hanging out of her chair with her shoes halfway off, very unprofessional.

[@s.b9679]

@@donnalouise1218 ok it ain't that deep I was thinking something else😏😉

[@balance7350]

The fact that oprah is going out of her way to explain and is addressing everything else but Taraji's pay issues speaks volumes

[@solracshooter4769]

She didn’t pay the actors, the fact that you don’t get that is on you

[@Calvin375]

​@@solracshooter4769The fact that you don't get is why are they addressing it at all? Especially, with Oprah's bestie Gayle, in whom, by the way, is being very messy , inappropriate and tacky to ask such a question to others when Taraji is not even present in that moment. So why was the question even asked by messy bestie?!

[@oshunputri3392]

@balance7350 VOLUMES

[@krimsonedit3272]

What was she suppose to say..

[@krimsonedit3272]

How would Oprah help pay issues, when she aint paying like do you see how moronic that sounds. Can you explain that?

[@fv9859]

Too much clean-up always ends up dirty. The core of it all hasn't been addressed. E q u a l p a y!

[@GirlBehindTheMicMemoryBengesa]

…How cowardly to ask about a beef between 2 people and the second person didn’t even show up to defend themselves👀💅🏽 TPH knows what’s up!

[@nienie9061]

Taraji had already addressed the “Beef” on Instagram, which she praised Oprah. The only one who has not addressed it was Oprah, so it didn’t matter if Taraji was there or not! Oprah still has a right to tell her side of the story as well!

[@tanyayoung9831]

There's no beef.

[@ahhthenohh]

​@@nienie9061BAM!!!! Perfect explanation!!!

[@robinmullins2454]

Where is Taraji?? This looks like damage control! Anyhoo lets talk about fair pay! Thats the focus of her issue, yall kinda skiped around the focus!

[@M15C1]

Oprah said "why is my name even in it!?" and she's right lol For some reason people think Oprah is responsible for compensation and resolving all issues that the talent has! She is not the only producer on this film, and being a producer is NOT the same as being the studio.

[@angelapace9020]

ALL That Part!!💯💯💯💯💯

[@lindamcclain4959]

Thank You ❤ PLEASE Let The Church Say AMEN 💖💯👏

[@lotusphoenix8]

‼️‼️ The entitlement

[@Msplaydemkeys]

I counted 18 producers listed for those film

[@aaironparker2837]

Yessssss! Read them Read lol

[@marriejames01]

I didn’t want to hear from you Fantasia‼️ On another note, things aren’t looking good for Taraji. If everything was fine, I doubt she’d mention the issues.

[@niablack8014]

O could be seen on video sacrificing babies to moloch and people would still be defending. They’re deflecting why this movie was a box-office flop by constantly bringing up Taraji. I wouldn't be surprised if O’s camp wasn’t behind all that negative social media concerning Taraji. Snakes.

[@tanyayoung9831]

Wow.

[@QueerlyBeloved386]

I don't believe her - why? Cause Taraji isn't there and isn't nominated. That tells me all I need to know.

[@donnalouise1218]

Who applies for the nominations, the studio or the producers? Maybe WB has control of that.

[@dickersonr6172]

Oprah dont decides who get nominated! And she wasn’t the lead of the movie. Fantasia the main star got nominated!

[@Kikii1love]

Just messy... messy

[@balance7350]

I just think its so funny how Taraji is now in the place of monique who made these complaints ages ago and was attacked by everyone including Taraji

[@righteouswalk8128]

They're all gone be standing Monique and Taraji side in a minute.😏😏

[@iantuition]

Taraji said nothing against Mo'Nique.

[@KS-hi8vi]

That’s not true and Taraji is complaining about actor pay and treatment. Monique complained about having to do media tours without pay. Two different issues. Monique never complained about her pay on the movie Precious. She didn’t want to do the media tours tours to promote the movie unless she was paid additionally.

[@taxingu1]

This is embarrassing. What other producer is asked about disgruntled actors, over wages or anything negatively associated with a film, at high profile award show. With Gail as your friend who needs enemies.

[@ItsAllAnillusion]

Please expand? I want to better understand your perspective. Are you in the film industry?

[@righteouswalk8128]

And then white-wash it. This was a chance to bring this on into the light.

[@KS-hi8vi]

What Producer is on media tours with the actors and actresses?

[@tysonb3568]

Lol. I think Gayle was tryna give Oprah an opportunity to defend herself, on her own terms

[@betterlife1535]

Tph should be given her flowers for standing up to the studio and the bs behind the scenes. This is the same studio who backed the barbie movie. IM PRETTY SURE THEY DIDN'T HAVE THESE ISSUES!!! TPH ❤ always stands on business! I wish everyone else would stand behind her and say what really was going on behind scenes so they can stand together to make sure no other film studio can do this again.!

[@daveclark8337]

The Color Purple is going Lose million$ because nobody is going to see it. It cost the same amount to make as Barbie, which sold $1.4 BILLION worth of tickets= Profits. It's Show BUSINESS. Not show Charity.

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@daveclark8337You're ok with a $100 million movie not feeding their actors?

[@lizabetx483]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024 Soup, salad, and sandwiches should be the bare minimum. I did not like the original movie so I'm not going out of my way to see this one. I want inspiring movies like the Green Book.

[@daveclark8337]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024 Taraji got paid at least $3 million of that $100 million budget and probably closer to $5 mil. And she doesn't have to give that money back even though the movie flopped at the box office and lost Million$ for the producers and studio. So no, I don't feel bad for her. If her 'Team" is too expensive, that's her problem.

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​​@@daveclark8337Taraji did not get paid in the millions. She confirmed that when she said Steven Spielberg was flabbergasted by how little she was paid. He told her she should've been paid much more. You obviously don't work in the industry because these actors have to pay Uncle Sam, their agents, managers, assistants, stylists, makeup artists, etc. before they even see a penny of their salary.

[@Yobabymama648]

Why is Gayle on her shoulder like that don’t she know she’s in heels 👠

[@kingnetti2039]

Because she’s disrespectful and showing dominance

[@QueenmadivaQueenmidiva]

Where is Taraji?

[@user-xy4wv9cm7b]

Yep. Red Flag!!!!!!!

[@user-xy4wv9cm7b]

Notice how Oprah was insinuating that Taraji was the one with the issues?

[@ashajeremiahqw8775]

Gail get off fantasia shoulder like that

[@MaritzaSalina]

Yes but Taraji spoke up about money while she was promoting a movie, in which Oprah is a producer so really it did make it seem like she had a problem with what Oprah had offered her. It wasn’t the best timing, just my take.

[@Etunu]

Gayle brought it up, and Taraji responded.

[@righteouswalk8128]

I'm sure she thought about that. Something happened (with Oprah) that was unfair and Taraji couldn't get passed it. She saw Oprah clearly (concerning something) and it was NOT good. People can't hide forever.

[@stardustboy94]

@@righteouswalk8128Do you people even listen ? The issue is between Taraji & Warner Brothers, NOT Oprah.

[@righteouswalk8128]

@@stardustboy94 So why in the world doesn't Oprah state this. If Oprah would focus on the "issue" and use her 'name' to try and fix the issue (instead of being an ingredient in this mess), people wouldn't keep calling out her name. The fact that she keeps saying, "How am I in it!!!" means she's definitely in it. Everybody's listening....no matter what they're trying to make us hear.

[@righteouswalk8128]

@@stardustboy94 ...and why are they leaving Taraji to stand alone against Warner Brothers?

[@ells80]

Oh please, Fantasia. 😂😂😂

[@iambryaen]

I love fantasia, but I think Oprah is right about the studio. She created an entity that can operate outside of her control kinda of and so Oprah can't just say, taraji getting 5 million, fantasia getting this so and so that. I don't think Oprah has all the power. She has tons of employees and all kinds of things she deals with. However a lot of celebrities bad mouth Oprah because they say harpo is Oprah and she controls it all. I really don't think she can do whatever she wants whenever she wants and everyone just obeys. There's rules to go buy. But tariji was crying so she definitely feels like Oprah didn't do enough.

[@damongipson-dg8pc]

Yesss she do she got the money as well

[@TheKayleeanna]

Oprah/Harpo is the PRODUCER. They don't do salaries. Warner Bros is the STUDIO. They determine salaries.❗ The anger should be directed to Warner Bros NOT Oprah/Harpo.

[@marysalvi242]

@iambryaen Exactly!! This is why O is powerful, she knows just who, what, & when do choose to step in or out. Hard life, she has issues & I think her persona is a part we see, I believe there's that hurt child doing things from anger etc. Reasons can turn into excuses. I'm just guessing ~ I guess we all are, right?

[@meowco69]

Taraji gonna get Momique'd after the Globes. 🗑️

[@righteouswalk8128]

They'll ALL be Monique'd because they're not standing together.

[@misswinnie4.8]

I'm no fan of Oprah, Alice Walker or Gayle but Warner Bros is responsible for these issues---- not the producer(s). Taraji has unfairly allowed Oprah to take the blame for her pay, her driver, the trailer...it's tacky, unprofessional and it hurt the project.

[@dickersonr6172]

Yep! If I was Oprah I would never work with her again! Cause Taraji should have made it very clear that the studios did her wrong.

[@donnalouise1218]

Taraji could have kept quiet and waited for the right moment to discuss pay disparity. She's going to be blamed if this movie flops and if she had stayed quiet it would have flopped on its own.@@dickersonr6172

[@daniellenewby3169]

Gayle is messy as hell for asking that, that’s mad petty and shady like ain’t she you friend why u tryna put her on blast lmaoooo

[@kwnewark]

if you believe you DESERVE More never settle!!! If you accepted it into your life when you had a choice don't cry about it Learn from it!!! I was told this over 20yrs ago!

[@pamelajackson6730]

Sadly, this drama is going to override the hard work that went into it and may cost future award nominations. A great movie sabatoged unnecessarily and future studios will consider what happened while the movie was supposed to be being promoted. No one will want to put up millions if it is possibly going to be lost. Also, think about all the actors in this movie who haven't said anything. Some also big stars. They worked hard, also. Warner Brothers was responsible and the actors teams were responsible for a lot of what Oprah had to fight for. Finally, ironically, there is a producer behind Oprah, if I am not wrong. Three men and her. Fair. No, it is not. Also, this drama popped up after the Golden Globe nomination. Reminds me of another person constantly being asked about the drama rather than their work that led to their nomination.

[@laurenmills1121]

Why is gales arm hanging on fantasia shoulder? Yes address! Handled by who? Oprah please!!

[@DriveAustra]

Oprah emphasized a crucial point towards the conclusion of the clip - as a producer of the show, she holds a role distinct from the studio. It's essential to clarify that executive producers, like Oprah, are not responsible for compensating actors; that falls under the purview of the studios. Therefore, any misconceptions circulating about Oprah underpaying Taraji for her role in "The Color Purple" are unfounded. In reality, Oprah had to engage with the studio multiple times to negotiate additional funds for the cast to fulfill their requirements.

[@carolscorner9110]

That's Terrible Black talent & Productions are treated poorly vs White talent & productions.. and for others to try to put taint on the behind the scenes is tacky. Tariji timing to complain so much really started this & why didn't she complain on other projects!

[@DippyHippie]

I don’t recall Miss Oprah crying about wages but she’s a billionaire so I guess she did something right!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿Tyler Perry,too! Both billionaires!👏🏿

[@tjmichael8773]

True but it's up to Oprah which Studios she decides to work with. She is probably one of the most powerful people in the entertainment business.

[@ethanrobertson3008]

She has studio money

[@teej70]

Some weird people have decided that Oprah is the villain, not because she is, but because that's how they choose to see her based on nothing but rumours, malicious lies and potential jealousy, due to her being a Billionaire.

[@themagickalmermaid]

Thank You Fantasia!! Yes people use old footage and paint false narratives for $$$$ clicks and views!

[@daddygrace253]

I am so sick of Gayle King holding on to Oprah's coat tail. She shouldn't have been there because her presence is a conflict of interest. Someone else from CBS Mornings should have been there, not Gayle King.

[@Backpack16]

Fantasia, is Absolutely right. This movie is not about to be down played, because of haters! I loved the movie. All the actors, were brilliant, they delivered, in their own rights. You know a movie, is good when you see Celie and not Fantasia.

[@anthonyhairston4050]

movie is not about to be down played, ? its a flp already $300.500.oo monday box office ; (

[@tholmes1247]

​@@anthonyhairston4050 just cause the box office shows that doesn't mean it was good some people just wanted to see what the hype is about....

[@classytrashy8141]

Fantasia face is always the face I make when I see Gayle lol…

[@oshunputri3392]

Well, if all that is true, then why is Taraji not in this video??????

[@cinemeleon2808]

She wasn't nominated for a Golden Globe, love.

[@anthonyduckworth6380]

Convenient that this conversation is being had, when Taraji is not present. Her issue is her Money! Stop the BS Oprah/Gail

[@mikemitchelljrvideos]

From Taraji’s mouth: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHqyfWtuhaabsNksi=YkbAfiY3wFOXwLbb

[@kmbutler04]

Nor did Fantasia or any other cast members speak up to say anything different when Taraji brought her grieves. They could've injected at the moment if the issues were truly small and resolved. If you didn't/couldn't say anything then don't say a word now!

[@kmbutler04]

@anthonyduckworth6380 I agree with your statement as well!

[@MCrockerful]

@@kmbutler04 Fantasia wasn't even there. You guys need to do some research and stop spreading lies!

[@kmbutler04]

@@MCrockerful you need to read. I said Fantasia or any other cast member.

[@hopealexander9442]

First of all the color purple isn't a healing movie 🎦 it brings up child abuse and how poorly man's treated women and how we are today bringing each other down and l believe Taraji why is Taraji not there speaking for herself and Gayle Oprah's best lover shouldn't be asking nothing l think Oprah's is all about herself and fantasia is scared to speak on it

[@dickersonr6172]

This version had a more up beat and happy ending lol

[@daveclark8337]

The Color Purple is on track to LOSE $100 million. Where does Taraji get off complaining about her pay? If you want a big payday you Have to get people to Show up and BUY tickets!

[@deshundrahart7781]

Such an inappropriate question Gayle King. This was not the time nor the place. Clearly Oprah and Gayle practiced this question. Poor Daniel and Fantasia yall trying to get to the Oscars and they just being messy. Still love you ladies but this was not the time or the place.

[@kingnetti2039]

Of course Gayle told Oprah she’ll ask the question, Duh they’re best friends

[@deborahrose7047]

Well said Fantasia

[@ethelbhill743]

Gayle sometimes mixes her role as a professional newsperson with her personal relationship with Oprah. This situation is an example! Stop it Gayle! Everyone knows that you two are BFFS! Why are you still talking and explaining?!!

[@jas8471]

Gayle, that was a bit tacky. The actresses that show up to red carpets and promo events deserve better conversation than to address rumors.

[@gloriaracine916]

The whole world is a stage ,and everybody is playing a part. Oprah, Gayle. Fantasia and the stunning young lady who's acting I am familiar with , but not the name at the moment. That's your story. Where is Taraji to stand with yall in your story? ❤ I love yall.

[@LP-zs5tg]

Danielle Brooks. I love her too! Taraji wasn't nominated for a golden globe.

[@gloriaracine916]

Thank You. I know I could have Google it but I did not want to lose my train of thought at that moment. @@LP-zs5tg 🙂

[@lorrainejohnson5461]

Why is Gail even there!!!

[@flatbedhaulingwithscottn6111]

It’s obvious all was less than truthful! Divas that believe they are bigger than they are!

[@-Epiphany]

Why the hell does Gayle have her hand propped up on Fantasia shoulders like that.... That is so disrespectful...

[@wTrevorh]

Taraji started this whole mess with her complaints and the crying about money during the press tour.

[@djm2985]

But because of their hate for Oprah they won't call this out

[@mrs.pettway7506]

Go Fantasia for your statement! Love these ladies and I LOVE the film!!!

[@hopealexander9442]

She just scared to speak against Oprah l give Taraji her Crown 👑 for standing up for what she's worth

[@marysalvi242]

@@hopealexander9442 I don't think she's scared, just trying to be honest etc. Fantasia grew up watching O talk about positivity etc, I think she has O on a pedestal. I loved O though a few things made me think she's got some stuff not resolved.

[@LM-bt7sg]

First of all,…. It’s not hard for a agent or manager to make deals on behalf of the Celebrity… if you have the right agent.

[@brenwill4531]

I love ❤️ how this was addressed

[@marsha1758]

Are Oprah and Gayle still friends? This is such a strange time to ask a question like this to your best friend when you know she's trying to avoid any talk of controversy surrounding this film. Gayle started all of this when she asked Taraji about rumors that she was thinking of quitting acting .Now she's bringing up this drama on the red carpet. Poor Oprah. She is just surrounded by snakes.

[@757drelc]

I don't trust Oprah but ok

[@MrS98VAC]

Anyway you slice it, she still did Monique WRONG!!

[@ebn646]

What Fantasia said is true about social media because Taraji in her frustration never mentioned Oprah. Everyone else did.

[@cw4545]

Stay close together Black People!!!💞🙏

[@mariahcarrie5770]

Please! There is a problem, but they always blame social media! 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@speedracertv4934]

Social media is the one who got it wrong. Social media is not a place where truth strives and survives. It's where truth dies.

[@lisacoleman4386]

& where is Taraji???

[@simplymejourney998]

Be honest Oprah

[@TradeWynn65]

Face it, you got caught Oprah😢

[@Josieboyful]

Got caught by who and for what? Lol you sound so delulu

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@JosieboyfulShe was in charge. She was on set nearly every day but didn't know? Right.

[@Josieboyful]

@@SparkleInYourEyes2024 O.M.G. Please learn to listen and to comprehend. The STUDIO, as in Warner Bros. was in charge, not Oprah. Oprah is just a producer, not the actual boss who writes people's cheques. The STUDIO writes the cheques for everyone, the STUDIO decides on the staff's transportation, food, trailers, etc. I repeat, it's the STUDIO, NOT Oprah!!! And Oprah did everything she could to make sure within her means that the cast was comfortable whenever grievances reached her attention. She does not decide how much each actor gets paid. THE STUDIO decides that. Oprah herself as a producer gets paid by THE STUDIO. Please learn the system of this business and stop trying so heard and so desperately to make Oprah the villain when clearly she is not and Taraji said so herself. PERIOD!

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@JosieboyfulOprah was on set nearly every day. She was very hands on with the production but didn't know about the lack of food, etc. Oprah never knows about anything right? She didn't know about Harvey Weinstein. She didn't know about Jeff Epstein even though she was close to both. Give me a break

[@SparkleInYourEyes2024]

​@@JosieboyfulOprah doesn't know anything right? Just like she didn't know about her close friends Harvey Weinstein and Jeffrey Epstein? Sure.

[@OneLoveRSR]

I'm sick of Gayle. Has her arm on Fantasia, Fantasia makes a face and Gayle goes: "No, I'm addressing that to Oprah." THEN PULL OPRAH ASIDE, or move over to Oprah, OR, at the very least, get your arm off Fantasia if you don't want to hear from her. "I'm gonna drape my arm on your shoulder but not allow you to speak" -- that's a blatant display of trying to control someone.

[@shihlin1]

All this bad press is gonna hurt the movie during Oscar campaigning season and the Color Purple will NOT get nominated. Mark my words. Also, Hollywood is sick of Oprah's pompous "I'm so important" attitude

[@nunyabizness7785]

The fact that they skipped around the REAL issue is quit appalling. Taraji was crying about her pay. Address that

[@Bbz384]

Having trailers, and food and cars should not be something that had to be negotiated. Fact is Hollywood is so used to treating black ppl this way where they just throw scraps and we are supposed to take it. Oprah is up here acting as if she did something magnificent by requesting the the powers that be to provide the basic stuff these actors should have. And she is attached to the movie. She should have been willing to advocate for proper pay. She didn’t have a problem asking them to be in the movie.

[@valeriebillings7248]

Fantasia is right social media will run with lies and half truths. Oprah has been blamed for pay in which she has nothing to do with. It’s just been a circus of lies. Granted I want all of them to get their pay bc they deserve it. Not only pay for Color Purple but beyond. That’s what Taraji is talking about and hopefully she will get the pay she deserves in the next movie or opportunity ❤ And I must add Danielle Brooks was phenomenal 👏🏽👏🏽💐💐.

[@Cisko8965]

Mmmm Gail should have asked this with Taraji present...

[@freemanbuilding4312]

Thanks for clearing that up

[@kookloo]

I call on everyone that has watched these actual interviews to go back and call out the channels that were posting all the baseless nonsense lies pitting TPH and against OW!

[@dragonmagick2176]

I love Taraji , but I can't figure out why she decided to complain after the production was over. If you accept scraps, than isn't that your choice. Either don't accept the part or get a better agent. She was fine with other productions, now suddenly it's a problem. Complaining when the movie is out and being promoted screams, 'it's all about me, look at me'. And if you do complain after the production, be sure to give 100% accurate accounts including names and specifics. Don't have people guessing.

[@sxm76]

Gayle asked her about it in the interview just like she did Oprah here. Taraji wasn't going to say anything. She struggled when Gayle asked her.

[@dragonmagick2176]

@@sxm76 Taraji had already started talking. Gayle gave her a chance, but since Taraji didn't want to clear it up, Gayle let her girl, Oprah clear it up. Cause Gayle is thinking just like me. You're not going to phuq up my friend over some 'look at me' bs. Get a better agent or stfu.

[@sxm76]

@@dragonmagick2176 Oprah didn't clear anything up. She dodged the question. And Gayle DID bring it up in the first interview and made it go public. That's why this whole thing started so I guess she should try to clean it up since she is the reason we're talking about it.

[@Tonetare]

Fantasia wouldn’t let Oprah speak. Somebody should have popped Fantasia from that kissing up bs. Taraji should Tombstone Fantasia. Fantasia is trying to antagonize Taraji by interrupting Oprah to take digs about her vehicle and wanting to rent.

[@dragonmagick2176]

@@Tonetare so you really think this is only about a car? I think it's more to it. And that's why I feel like Taraji let her agent drop the ball. Everything and I mean EVERYTHING has to be put in your contract. You can't expect someone who is in business to just be decent and kind. You have to make them be decent and kind and the only way to do that is to have your shark/agent put it in your contract. She didn't do it , so now she's mad. She should've protested with the writers last year for better pay.

[@honeylove777]

Fantasia just trying to be peaceable... ❤❤❤ Gayle is messy and didn't wanna hear peace

[@nikollewis8769]

Tell em Danielle!😅❤. She looks too gorgeous and she should have her moment. Everyone did awesome in the film

[@ndo533]

Everyone thinks theyre body experts lmao its so sad how social media will try to attack ppl THEY DONT EVEN KNOW. Everyone who tried to fuel this "fued" is disgusting and needs help