Sally Jessy Raphael, a well-known talk show host from the 80s and 90s, is now struggling with people not recognizing her.
ally Jessy Raphael, the former talk show host, is having trouble getting her Instagram account verified. Despite sending proof of her identity, Instagram has refused to give her the blue checkmark she’s seeking. She’s also upset about a fake account pretending to be her and has asked for help to fix the issue.
Sally started hosting “The Sally Jessy Raphael Show” in 1983 and continued until 2002. Her show was one of the first to involve the audience, and she helped pave the way for future talk show hosts like Oprah. Throughout her career, she interviewed many celebrities and always admired Audrey Hepburn the most.
Throughout her career and even after retiring, Sally Jessy Raphael was known for her distinctive look that made her easily recognizable.
When she started filming “The Sally Jessy Raphael Show,” she noticed she couldn’t read the teleprompter and joked about going blind. While looking for a new prescription, she saw an unusual ad offering an eye test, glasses, and a Pap smear. Despite the strange combination, she decided to book an appointment.
During her appointment, Sally Jessy Raphael was told she needed a more expensive pair of glasses, but the only color available was red. She agreed to the red glasses, even though the producers of her show didn’t like them and tried to change them. Despite the pushback, she ended up with over 200 pairs of red glasses.
As of August 2, Raphael has fewer than 650 followers on Instagram. While her follower count might be lower compared to other talk show hosts, her fans are very supportive. Many are voicing their frustration that she hasn’t been verified on Instagram and suggesting creative ways to show support, like using blue heart emojis.
