Viola Davis and Oprah Winfrey Are Teaming Up for a Special on Netflix

Netflix released an official press release about the show, which read: “For the first time, Viola shares memories of her childhood marked with unimaginable poverty, disturbing abuse and ‘all the things that cause you pain.’ Viola reveals how ‘giving up hope that the past could be different’ has brought her peace, forgiveness and a sense of self. Viola also explains how she manifested the loves in her life and what it took to become one of the most celebrated and talented actresses of our time.”

Oprah + Viola: A Netflix Special Eventwill premiere on Netflix on April 22. The forty-eight-minute special will give fans an inside look into the actress’s upbringing, career and so much more. The televised event is executive produced by Tara Montgomery and Terry Wood, through Harpo Productions.

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