"Television Moguls Turned Conservative Commentators: The Surprising Shift of Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz In a fascinating tale of Hollywood and politics, two of television's most beloved personalities have undergone a dramatic transformation, leaving many of their fans stunned and bewildered. Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz, both of whom owe a significant debt of gratitude to media mogul Oprah Winfrey for launching their careers, have veered sharply to the right in recent years, aligning themselves with conservative values and even finding themselves at the center of President Trump's orbit. As their TV shows continue to dominate daytime ratings, their increasingly vocal support for right-wing policies has raised questions about the impact of their influence and whether their once-empowering messages of self-improvement have given way to a more divisive brand of politics. But what sparked this sudden shift, and what does it say about the evolving landscape of American media?"
Oprah helped launch television careers of Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz before they veered sharply to the political right and into President Trump’s orbit.
