It's no secret—what Oprah Winfrey loves, everyone comes to love. From cultivating proteges like Rachael Ray and Dr. Phil to endorsing products on her "favorite things" episodes, the talk show superstar has become one of the most influential people in America. We've come to know the phenomenon as "The Oprah Effect."

Check out the people, brands and things that Oprah has given her "million-dollar touch."

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