Random Interesting Facts and Trivia About Whoopi Goldberg (19 items)

(#15) Steven Spielberg Is A Huge Fan

After Steven Spielberg was advised to catch Whoopi's one-woman show "The Spook Show," he instantly became infatuated with her talent. Impressed with Goldberg's act, Spielberg offered her a role in The Color Purple, for which she went on to receive an Oscar nomination.
(#19) She's Not Afraid To Share Controversial Opinions

Whoopi Goldberg has gotten herself into some hot waters for her controversial statements on the equally controversial The View. She is always willing to engage with those that don't share her viewpoints, particularly when it comes to her more conservative co-hosts.
(#14) She Was A Grandmother At Age 34

Goldberg had her daughter, Alex Martin, when she was 17 years old. At 34, Goldberg became a grandmother when her daughter gave birth to Amarah Skye. Her other grandchildren include Jerzey and Mason, boring in 1995 and 1999. Goldberg then became a GREAT-grandmother at age 58. Goldberg's granddaughter Amarah gave birth to Charlie Rose in 2014.
(#16) She Was The First Woman To Host The Oscars
Goldberg was the first solo female Academy Awards host. She later went on to host three more times.
(#8) She's Terrified Of Flying
It took a long, long time for Whoopi to gather the courage to set foot on a plane. For the longest time, Whoopi opted for a bus rather than the convenience of flying. But with the help of a Thought Field Therapy program, which immerses patients in their phobias to counter them, Whoopi conquered her anxieties.
(#5) She's An EGOT Winner

Whoopi Goldberg is one of only 12 members of the EGOT club. EGOT stands for Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, the four major awards for talents in film, Broadway, television, and music. Whoopi snagged at least one of each award, solidifying her place among some of the greatest performers of all time. If you're a fan of 30 Rock, you likely remember Whoopi's guest spot in which she gave Tracy Morgan some advice on how to complete an EGOT.