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She starred in the comedy Sister Act (1992) and its sequel Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993), becoming the highest-paid actress at the time. She also starred in Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986), Clara's Heart (1988), Soapdish (1991), Ghosts of Mississippi (1996), and Till (2022).
Whoopi Goldberg. Actress: Ghost. Whoopi Goldberg was born Caryn Elaine Johnson in the Chelsea section of Manhattan on November 13, 1955. Her mother, Emma (Harris), was a teacher and a nurse, and her father, Robert James Johnson, Jr., was a clergyman.
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Apr 2, 2014 · Whoopi Goldberg is an award-winning comedian, actress and human rights advocate, as well as the longtime host of the daytime talk show 'The View.'
Whoopi Goldberg was at her most famous in the early 1990s, making regular appearances on Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). She admitted to being a huge fan of the original Star Trek (1966) series and jumped at the opportunity to star in "Star Trek: The Next Generation".
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May 15, 2024 · After a more than four-decade career, Whoopi Goldberg is sharing her story on her own terms. The EGOT winner joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new memoir, "Bits and Pieces," which delves...
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May 20, 2024 · Whoopi Goldberg, American comedian and actress whose work ranged from dramatic leading roles to controversial comedic performances. Her notable movies included The Color Purple (1985) and Ghost (1990). She also cohosted the TV talk show The View.
May 5, 2024 · NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Whoopi Goldberg about her new memoir, "Bits and Pieces," and about the influence of Goldberg's family on her.