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Oprah Winfrey Acquires Rights to Apple TV+ Documentary, Halting Its Release
[City, Date] – In a surprising turn of events, media mogul Oprah Winfrey has reportedly purchased the rights to a two-part documentary about her life from Apple TV+, ensuring that it will never be released to the public. The documentary, which was announced in 2021, was set to chronicle 25 years of American history through the lens of Winfrey’s experiences, with Kevin MacDonald and Lisa Erspamer serving as the heads of the project.
After years of relative silence surrounding the documentary, sources close to the production have透露 that Oprah has successfully acquired the rights back from Apple TV+, effectively halting its distribution. While the specifics of the agreement remain unclear, the consensus is that the documentary will not see the light of day.
The reasons behind this decision are varied and somewhat conflicting. One source suggests that Oprah wanted certain parts of the documentary to be altered, but MacDonald refused to make the requested changes. Another source claims that the decision was not related to the content but rather that Oprah believed it wasn’t the right time to do a documentary.
The cost of acquiring the rights has been a topic of speculation, with some sources estimating that Oprah could have paid Apple TV+ millions for the rights, while others assert that the figure is not in the seven-figure range.
Oprah and Apple have collaborated on several ventures in recent years, including a book club and content for Apple TV+. However, their relationship is said to have ended in 2022.
Wesley Hilliard, Rumor Expert and Assistant Editor for AppleInsider, commented on the situation, stating, Buying back the rights likely cost a pretty penny, but sources can’t agree on how much that may have cost. It’s also possible that Oprah had included a clause in the original contract that gave her final control over the project.
The acquisition of the rights and the subsequent halt of the documentary’s release raise questions about the original contract between Oprah, Apple, and the directors. It also highlights the power of media figures like Oprah to control their narrative and legacy.
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