Television icon Oprah Winfrey made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where she encouraged Democrats and independent voters to prioritize “common sense over nonsense.” Winfrey, who has largely stayed out of the political spotlight in recent years, delivered a message of unity and urged voters to support Vice-President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
During her speech, Winfrey subtly criticized Harris and Walz’s Republican opponents, former President Donald Trump and Ohio Senator JD Vance. She emphasized the importance of compassion and unity, regardless of political differences, and highlighted her pride in being an Independent voter. Her remarks resonated with the crowd, particularly when she addressed Vance’s past controversial comments about Democrats.
Winfrey’s appearance was part of the Democratic Party’s strategy to draw attention to the convention by featuring high-profile supporters. The event also included cameos from other celebrities like Stevie Wonder, Mindy Kaling, and Kenan Thompson, in an effort to energize voters ahead of the November election.