During an interview, Oprah Winfrey expresses her frustration at being criticized over the treatment of cast members on the set of “The Color Purple.” She denies allegations of mistreatment and asserts that she addressed issues promptly when they arose. However, Fantasia accuses Oprah of mishandling funds allocated for actors and subjecting them to poor conditions. Taraji P. Henson also voices her dissatisfaction with the situation, indicating that she had to negotiate for fair compensation and better treatment. Daniel Brooks corroborates the claims, revealing that female cast members had to share a single trailer and lacked basic necessities like food and water during long work days. Despite Oprah’s defensive response, the accusations continue to circulate, prompting speculation about her next steps.