Oprah Winfrey Sparks Debate With Vaccine, Quarantine Policy For Holiday Gathering

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Want to spend Christmas at Oprah's? Her "policy" has people debating holiday parties during a pandemic.

There are few people who would miss out on an Oprah Winfrey party if invited, but her set of rules this holiday season has caused a debate. The Omicron variant of COVID-19 is running rampant across the United States and we're seeing an increasing number of entertainers share their battles with the virus. Oprah isn't taking any chances this season and uploaded a video of her loved ones arriving for her holiday get-together.

In the caption, Winfrey revealed the rules each guest must follow. "Everyone who is spending Christmas at my house has to be vaccinated, boosted, tested, and quarantined," she said.

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"Stedman calls it 'The Policy' cause I'm that serious about it," Winfrey continued. "This was release day for our bubble and we knew we had to throw a welcome celebration for Baby Luca, who none of us had met yet! We missed his grandma @gayleking but she'll join us once she completes the policy! Thank you to @bonfortunestyle and @anasballooncreations for helping bring the fun to Baby Luca’s first time at my house. Have a happy and safe holiday, everyone."

Online, people were divided as some praised Oprah for her stance while others expressed disappointment, arguing that she was forcing her family to choose. Check out Oprah Winfrey's post as well as a few reactions below.







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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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