I know my audience, and they're not people that the studios know anything about.

I want to own a network. I want to own a network where you can turn it on with your family all day long and get positive reinforcement.

There's a huge demand for my entertainment, and I can't meet the need. So I decided to try a TV show to reach as many of my fans as possible.

It's a dream realized to partner with Oprah and bring scripted programming to OWN. She has accomplished so much with the network, and I'm excited to work with her to be a part of its continued growth.

I want to be remembered as a guy who inspired, encouraged and made people laugh.

If you're black, you can't just be ordinary. All successful black people are extraordinary.

I haven't had a worst business decision, because I believe all things work together for good.