It’s no secret that Oprah Winfrey is one of America’s most beloved celebrities, a lifestyle guru, “queen of all media,” innovator, philanthropist and influential luminary. While her mantra to “live your best life” inspired millions of viewers during her talk show’s 25-year run, she continued to inspire those who worked for her even after the […]
Their story could be an American fairytale. Blonde, perky cheerleader meets tall, handsome basketball player at a small-town high school in Pennsylvania. They fall in love and live happily ever after. They have two children, Truman and Max, and have been married for 20 years. When they first got married, Jon explains, “We moved […]
At work, Harpo Productions Executive V.P. Jon Sinclair hangs out with some of the biggest celebs in America. But at home in Wilmette, with his wife, Meredith, and sons, Max and Truman, it’s a laid-back, authentic lifestyle he appreciates most. When asked about living in the Chicago ‘burbs versus entertainment capitals like New York or […]
Oprah will soon be more accessible to her fans than ever. Oprah’s new show, “Lifeclass,” premiers on her cable network, OWN, on Monday night at 7 p.m. “Lifeclass” showcases Oprah in the role she has long felt to be her true calling: teacher. In each hour-long episode, Oprah explores life lessons learned from interviews and […]
On October 20, two hugely famous women will come together in conversation, for the benefit of Chicago’s public libraries and the people who rely on them. Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Toni Morrison will appear in conversation with Oprah and receive the prestigious Carl Sandburg Literary Award at an annual dinner, which will take place […]
Tolbert Chisum met Stedman Graham in the late 80s at the Crosby Golf Tournament in North Carolina. Tolbert’s employer, Aetna Insurance, sponsored the tournament. Stedman was living and working in North Carolina and on the board of the host organization. They met because Tolbert’s wife, Carrie, wanted to meet Stedman’s girlfriend, Oprah. Because Tolbert was […]
Going from the big business, adult-only world of being an international tax attorney to crawling around on the floor with a camera making monkey sounds for children is one scenario Julie Floyd never imagined for herself fifteen years ago. Floyd, the photographer who founded and owns Classic Kids Photography, followed her passion when she […]
