OPRAH WINFREY AND WW ANNOUNCE
OPRAH’S 2020 VISION: YOUR LIFE IN FOCUS TOUR
Coming to the ‘Fabulous’ Forum on February 29
Exclusive Presale for the WW Community Begins September 9
Tickets Go On Sale to General Public Starting September 13
Watch a special message from Oprah announcing the WW Tour HERE
LOS ANGELES (September 4, 2019) – Today global media leader Oprah Winfrey announced her first national arena tour in five years, Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus. Presented by WW (NASDAQ: WW) – Weight Watchers Reimagined – Oprah will bring a full day wellness event to nine U.S. cities beginning January 2020, with a stop at the “Fabulous” Forum in Inglewood, CA on Saturday, February 29. Joined by high profile guests, Oprah will help motivate audiences across the country to make 2020 the year of renewal and celebrate all we are meant to be.
“What I know for sure is we can all come together to support a stronger, healthier, more abundant life – focused on what makes us feel energized, connected and empowered,” said Oprah Winfrey. “As I travel the country, my hope for this experience is to motivate others to let 2020 be the year of transformation and triumph – beginning first and foremost with what makes us well. This is the year to move forward, let’s make it happen in 2020!”
On each stop, attendees will spend the day with Oprah as she shares the personal ups and downs of her wellness journey and guides them to develop their own 2020 action plan through motivating conversations, the latest in wellness research and insightful interactive workbook exercises. Every city will feature a different lineup of high-profile guests, electrifying experiences and invigorating talks as well as highlight inspiring individuals who took charge of their lives and created lasting change. Each tour stop will also feature a signature Oprah interview as she sits down for an intimate one-on-one conversation with some of the biggest celebrities, headline-makers and game-changers.
“This is an extraordinary opportunity for
WW to do what we do best: bring communities of people together with a shared
goal of health and wellness,” said Mindy Grossman, President and CEO, WW.
“As the leader in weight loss and the world’s partner in wellness, we look
forward to giving people the tools, content and inspiration that can help them
on their journey during this tour and beyond, through our engaging digital
experience on our app or our face-to-face group Workshops.”
“For more than three decades, Oprah has used her unparalleled gift
to empower audiences to live their healthiest and best lives,” said Amy
Weinblum, Chief Business Development Officer, WW. “Creating energizing
events and experiences with partners like Oprah and Live Nation is the next
iteration of WW showing up to inspire community, making wellness accessible to
all.”
The tour will be produced by Live Nation in conjunction with Women Nation, the
newly formed division dedicated to women-led and women driven live events. The
day-long event will kick off Saturday, January 4 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL and make
stops in St. Paul, Charlotte, Atlanta, Brooklyn, Dallas, San Francisco and
Inglewood before wrapping Saturday, March 7 in Denver, CO. Exclusive
presale access for the WW community begins Monday, September 9 at 10am local
time. American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the
general public beginning Tuesday, September 10 at 10am local time through
Thursday, September 12 at 10pm local time.
Remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, September 13 at 10am local time at ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit ww.com/oprah.
Over $1 million from tour proceeds will benefit WW Good, the philanthropic arm of WW that helps bring fresh, healthy food to underserved communities nationwide.
“It is an honor to partner with Oprah and WW in bringing this one-of-a-kind tour to life in 2020,” said Ali Harnell, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Women Nation at Live Nation. “We look forward to sharing Oprah’s captivating message with the country as she motivates audiences to be the best versions of themselves in the new year.”
OPRAH’S 2020 VISION: YOUR LIFE IN FOCUS TOUR DATES
| DATE | CITY | VENUE |
| Sat Jan 04 | Ft. Lauderdale, FL | BB&T Center |
| Sat Jan 11 | St. Paul, MN | Xcel Energy Center |
| Sat Jan 18 | Charlotte, NC | Spectrum Center |
| Sat Jan 25 | Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena |
| Sat Feb 08 | Brooklyn, NY | Barclays Center |
| Sat Feb 15 | Dallas, TX | American Airlines Center |
| Sat Feb 22 | San Francisco, CA | Chase Center |
| Sat Feb 29 | Inglewood, CA | Forum |
| Sat Mar 07 | Denver, CO | Pepsi Center |
About WW
WW – Weight Watchers Reimagined – is a global wellness company and the world’s leading commercial weight management program. We inspire millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life. Through our engaging digital experience and face-to-face group workshops, members follow our livable and sustainable program that encompasses healthy eating, physical activity, and a helpful mindset. With more than five decades of experience in building communities and our deep expertise in behavioral science, we aim to deliver wellness for all. To learn more about the WW approach to healthy living, please visit ww.com. For more information about our global business, visit our corporate website at corporate.ww.com.
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, please visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
About the Forum
The award-winning “Fabulous” Forum, located in Inglewood, CA, is the largest indoor performance venue in the country designed with a focus on music and entertainment, in addition to select sporting events. The interior of the bowl features flexible seating that ranges from 17,500 seats to 7,000 seats, enabling the venue to attract a wide variety of premier events. Fans at the Forum enjoy approximately 8,000 square feet of event level hospitality offerings, including merchandise, along with food and beverage options from some of SoCal’s most celebrated brands. A tinted glass wall separates this concession area from the arena, ensuring fans do not miss a moment of the performance. A 40,000 square foot outdoor terrace surrounds the perimeter of the building and offers food and beverage options, as well as comfortable furnishings, to further elevate guests’ enjoyment. The Forum delivers a one-of-a-kind experience for all thanks to its superior acoustics, intimate ambiance and state-of-the-art facilities. Designed with entertainers and performers in mind, the venue includes nine, star-caliber dressing rooms that provide unparalleled comfort. The Forum is part of The Madison Square Garden Company’s portfolio of iconic venues, which also includes: New York’s Madison Square Garden, the Hulu Theater at MSG, Radio City Music Hall, the Chicago Theatre, the Boch Center Wang Theatre, and the Beacon Theatre. For more information, please visit www.fabulousforum.com.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs, as well as a number of assumptions concerning future events. These statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on such forward-looking statements because actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied. The reports filed by WW pursuant to United States securities laws contain discussions of these risks and uncertainties. WW assumes no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Readers are advised to review WW’s filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (which are available on the SEC’s EDGAR database at www.sec.gov and via WW’s website at corporate.ww.com).
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WW Media Contacts:
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Live Nation Media Contact:
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Monique Sowinski, moniquesowinski@livenation.com
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