Oprah Leads Nielsen Faceoff With Donahue In Syndication
Oprah Winfrey's show has overtaken Phil Donahue in key markets and ratings, ranking third among 400 syndicated programs by February and posting an average 10.7 rating versus Donahue's 7.9. In major markets New York Los Angeles and Atlanta Oprah dominates, and ratings are expected to rise when Oprah shifts to afternoon airings.
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Donahue Dropped by Denver Station Amid Sexual Content Debate
KCNC-TV in Denver will drop Donahue this fall citing sexual content concerns. Multimedia Entertainment executives say the move was a business decision and content was not a factor. Rotheiser notes sexual topics occur but are a small portion. Winfrey up for an Oscar and eyeing a primetime ABC King World project while continuing the talk show.
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Stars talk family bonds and star egos in McCalls interviews
In a McCalls interview sisters Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad recall growing up close as they compare their TV families to real life. Debbie praises Phylicias beauty and resilience while Phylicia rejects a typecast view and longs for broader roles beyond comedy. Debates over fame, family energy, and shared roots frame the piece.
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