Oprah Winfrey denies claims that she was paid $1 million by Kamala Harris’ campaign

According to a statement by Harpo’s spokesperson, “The campaign paid for the production costs of ‘Unite for America,’ a live-streaming event that took place Sept. 19 outside Detroit, Michigan.” The spokesperson added saying “Oprah Winfrey was at no point during the campaign paid a personal fee, nor did she receive a fee from Harpo,” as reported by Variety.

Oprah Winfrey speaks with Kamala Harris at a campaign event in Detroit, Michigan. (Reuters)

The filings at the Federal Election Commission showed that the Harris campaign paid Harpo Production $500,000 twice on October 15. While some outlets went on to say that Winfrey was paid personally to appear and endorse the Vice President, the Harpo Production categorically denied the claims and stated that the campaign paid for the costs of the town hall, without giving a specific figure.

During the ‘Unite for America’ event, Oprah Winfrey interviewed Kamala Harris and asked her questions regarding abortion rights and immigration. According to Examiner, the Harris campaign paid a total of $15 million as “production fees”, including a $1 million payment to Harpo Productions for the ‘Unite for America’ live-stream during the 2024 presidential run.

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris secured 226 electoral votes in the US presidential election while Republican Donald Trump stormed back to power by securing 312 electoral votes. Republicans have also secured a majority in Senate and are close to win the House of Representatives with a lead at 216 while 218 is required to win in the House.