Comedian Stephen Colbert wants Oprah Winfrey to run for president in 2020 so desperately that he used “God” to send her a sign this week.
Hollywood activists were recently deflated when Ms. Winfrey told People magazine that only an unmistakable sign from God could convince her to challenge President Trump in a political campaign. The CBS “Late Show” host, however, sought to rectify that situation during a Tuesday night interview.
“Oh, hey God! It’s God, everybody, give it up for the Lord,” Mr. Colbert said as an animated version of God appeared on the Ed Sullivan Theater’s ceiling. “I’m sorry about this Oprah, I apologize. I apologize, God stops by every once in a while — he’s a fan. Can I help you Lord? I’m kind of in the middle of talking to somebody important.”
“I hear thou seekest a sign,” the cartoon said while interrupting promotion for “A Wrinkle In Time,” Ms. Winfrey’s new movie. “Well, is this clear enough?”
The cartoon pointed to a sign that said “Run!” shortly before donning “Oprah 2020” campaign gear.
“How do I make this clearer, Oprah. Oh, I know,” the animated God continued. “Oprah Winfrey 2020 — yes she can!”
The media mogul laughed and then dispensed some advice.
“God, take it from me, Oprah, it’s gonna be OK,” she said. “Everything is gonna be OK and I’m sure you are going to find someone that you are just inspired by in 2020.”
Mr. Trump told his Twitter followers on Feb. 18 that he would relish a chance to run against the The Harpo Productions founder.
Just watched a very insecure Oprah Winfrey, who at one point I knew very well, interview a panel of people on 60 Minutes. The questions were biased and slanted, the facts incorrect. Hope Oprah runs so she can be exposed and defeated just like all of the others!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 19, 2018
“Just watched a very insecure Oprah Winfrey, who at one point I knew very well, interview a panel of people on 60 Minutes,” he wrote. ” The questions were biased and slanted, the facts incorrect. Hope Oprah runs so she can be exposed and defeated just like all of the others!”
• Douglas Ernst can be reached at dernst@washingtontimes.com.
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