Vernita Lee
Family Member

Vernita Lee Net Worth

Vernita Lee was a Family Member who had a net worth of $2.9 billion. She was born in May 2, 1935 and was the mother of media mogul Oprah Winfrey. She passed away on Thanksgiving in 2018 and was survived by Winfrey and her other daughter Patricia Lee, whom she had given up for adoption and reconnected with later in life.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 2, 1935
Birth Place United States
Age 88 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $2.9 billion (2024)

About

Mother of media mogul Oprah Winfrey who passed away on Thanksgiving in 2018. She was survived by Winfrey and another daughter Patricia Lee, whom she'd given up for adoption and reconnected with later in life.

Before Fame

She studied at Tennessee State University and worked as a housekeeper for much of her life. 

Trivia

She's said in interviews that she tried to instill the value of giving love to others in her daughter, and has compared the way she loved Winfrey to the way Winfrey would grow up to love the public. 

Family Life

Her daughter Patricia Lofton and son Jeffrey Lee both passed away in 2003 and 1989 respectively. 

Associated With

She's said her proudest moment was when Winfrey appeared in Whoopi Goldberg. 

About the author

Lisa Scholfield

As a Senior Writer at Famous Net Worth, I spearhead an exceptional team dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of pioneering individuals. My passion for unearthing untold narratives drives me to delve deep into the essence of each subject, bringing forth a unique blend of factual accuracy and narrative allure. In orchestrating the editorial workflow, I am deeply involved in every step—from initial research to the final touches of publishing, ensuring each biography not only informs but also engages and inspires our readership.