American TV host and business mogul, Oprah Winfrey, has announced the passing of her father, Vernon Winfrey.
The billionaire took to her Instagram page on Saturday, and revealed that her father died on Friday at the age of 89. Oprah Gail Winfrey, often known simply as Oprah, is an American talk show host, television producer, actress, author, and philanthropist, she has made her mark in the world and she is one of the top black female billionaires in the world.
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His passing comes days after the family organised a party in his honour during the United States independence celebration on the 4th of July.
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Oprah shared a video from the event where her father was being serenaded by gospel singer, Wintley Phipps.
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His passing comes days after the family organised a party in his honour during the United States independence celebration on the 4th of July.
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Oprah shared a video from the event where her father was being serenaded by gospel singer, Wintley Phipps.
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