About Whoopi
Born Caryn Elaine Johnson on November 13, 1955, in New York City, Whoopi Goldberg is an American actor, comedian, author, and television personality. She is one of 28 entertainers to receive the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award). Her career began with one-woman shows in the 1980s, including her Broadway show which won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Ghost (1990) and the Golden Globe for Best Actress for The Color Purple (1985).
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Known for
- Academy Award-winning actor
- Grammy Award-winning comedian
- Co-host of The View
- Star Trek: The Next Generation
- Sister Act film franchise
- The Color Purple
- Ghost
- Academy Awards host
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