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Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg is an American actor, comedian, author, and television personality.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Whoopi Goldberg is an American actor, comedian, author, and television personality. She is best known for her film roles and as a long-time co-host of the talk show *The View*.

What it is

Whoopi Goldberg is the professional name of Caryn Elaine Johnson, born November 13, 1955, in New York City. She has worked across film, television, stage, and comedy, becoming a household name in entertainment.

Key details

Goldberg gained major recognition for her film work in *The Color Purple* and *Ghost*, and she has been a prominent co-host on *The View*. She is one of the few entertainers to achieve EGOT status, winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.

Why it matters

Goldberg's career spans decades and multiple entertainment formats, making her a widely recognized figure. In Canada, she is known through her films and the ongoing interest in *The View*, reflecting her influence in global pop culture.

In short

  • Born Caryn Elaine Johnson in New York City in 1955.
  • Known for films like *The Color Purple* and *Ghost*, and as a co-host of *The View*.
  • Achieved EGOT status (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony).
  • Her stage name Whoopi Goldberg is her professional identity.
Canadian angle

Whoopi Goldberg is widely known in Canada through film, television, and international entertainment coverage, including long-running interest in *The View* and her major film roles.

Quick questions

Who is Whoopi Goldberg?
Whoopi Goldberg is an American actor, comedian, author, and television personality best known for her film roles and work on *The View*.
How old is Whoopi Goldberg?
She was born on November 13, 1955, which makes her 70 years old as of July 24, 2026.
Movies by Whoopi Goldberg?
Some of her best-known films include *The Color Purple*, *Ghost*, *Sister Act*, *The Lion King*, and *Toy Story 3*.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whoopi_Goldberg
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, professional name, and general career description.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Whoopi-Goldberg
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and association with *The View*.
  3. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Whoopi-Goldberg
    Supports: Birth date, awards, and entertainment work.
  4. The HistoryMakers — https://www.thehistorymakers.org/biography/whoopi-goldberg
    Supports: Birth name and biographical background.
  5. National Women's History Museum — https://www.womenshistory.org/about-us/our-people/whoopi-goldberg
    Supports: Career highlights, film roles, and recognition.
  6. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/whoopi-goldberg
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, *Ghost*, and *The View*.