89-year-old talk show host Sally Jessy Raphael, who hosted Sally from 1983 to 2002, was one of the defining faces of ’90s daytime TV, known for hard-hitting interviews.
Despite proving her identity, Meta refuses to verify her Instagram account, even as impostors use her name. Frustrated, Sally posted:
“Instagram won’t give me a blue check no matter what proof I send. AND there’s a fake account called ‘realsallyjr’—that’s NOT ME! Help me let Instagram know so we can fix this.”
Sally’s account, active since April, has fewer than 600 followers. She shares throwbacks of her iconic interviews and personal moments, from vacations to dining out.
Known for her signature red glasses, she later dyed her hair to match, cementing her bold look. Fans are rallying for her verification, with one writing: “The Icon, the Legend of daytime TV, Ms. Sally Jessy Raphael needs her blue check mark. Hello!!!!!”
Sally’s impact on talk shows was groundbreaking, tackling controversial topics years before Oprah launched her own show. In 1990, she won an Emmy for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series.
Her show ran for 20 seasons before ending as the genre’s popularity declined. Now, fans are calling for the recognition she deserves.
