Whoopi Goldberg recently made an appearance on the talk show Friday Night With Jonathan Ross, where she reminisced about her breakthrough role in the film ‘The Color Purple’. The audience erupted in applause as she took the stage, expressing her excitement to be there.
During the interview, Goldberg revealed that she has a fear of flying, making her trip to the United Kingdom a big deal. However, she overcame her fear with the help of a service provided by Virgin Air. She shared a story about witnessing two planes collide in her neighborhood years ago, but a pilot reassured her that such an incident is now impossible due to technological advancements, which helped alleviate her fear.
Before finding success as an actress, Goldberg had various jobs, one of which was working at a mortician’s office. She explained that she recreated faces using wax in cases of damage, making it quite an intense experience. She found herself in that line of work when she received a job offer and took it to support her family.
Goldberg’s big break came when she performed a one-woman show and caught the attention of Steven Spielberg. After writing a letter to Alice Walker, the author of ‘The Color Purple’, she ultimately landed the role in the film. Initially hesitant due to her lack of movie experience, Goldberg took the opportunity and it turned out to be a pivotal moment in her career.
The discussion then shifted to her role in the iconic film ‘Ghost’, for which she won an Oscar. It is known that comedy films don’t often win awards, but Goldberg’s performance defied expectations. She shared that working with co-star Patrick Swayze was a pleasure and that he is currently working on a new television show.
Jonathan Ross also spoke with Goldberg about her involvement in the stage musical adaptation of ‘Sister Act’. While she is not performing on stage, she is part of the production team. Goldberg expressed her enthusiasm for the show and encouraged audiences to see it when it comes to town.
The conversation touched on various topics, including Goldberg’s admiration for Maggie Smith, her encounter with President Obama on the TV show ‘The View’, and her thoughts on politics. While Goldberg considered politics at one point, she realized the challenges and scrutiny that come with it and decided against pursuing a career in that field.
The lively interview showcased Goldberg’s candid and humorous personality. She engaged with the audience, cracking jokes and sharing personal stories. It was evident that she enjoys connecting with people and making them laugh.
To wrap up the interview, Ross invited the audience to collect a piece of wax sculpture from a melting figure on set. Goldberg jokingly went along with the act, adding her signature humor to the conversation.
Goldberg’s appearance on Friday Night With Jonathan Ross was entertaining and insightful. Her stories, warm demeanor, and candidness created an engaging atmosphere throughout the interview. Fans of the talk show and Goldberg alike were surely entertained by this lively conversation.
