Whoopi Goldberg is an American actress, comedian, author, and television host. She achieved early fame with her Academy Award-winning performance in "The Color Purple" and solidified her status with a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for "Ghost." Goldberg has excelled in a wide range of roles, from comedy hits like "Sister Act" to dramatic performances, making her one of the few entertainers to have won an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). She is also a co-host of "The View." Goldberg is also known for her activism and advocacy on various social and political issues.