Whoopi Goldberg celebrated her 69th birthday on "The View" with a humorous confession about enjoying oral pleasure, sparking laughter from the audience. The celebration also included a controversy over a bakery's refusal to make treats for the show, which Goldberg attributed to her political views. However, the bakery owner clarified that the refusal was due to equipment issues, not politics.
During a birthday segment for Whoopi Goldberg on "The View," co-host Sara Haines walked off camera after Whoopi made a cheeky joke about being "eaten from time to time" while discussing a cheese wheel with her face on it. Sara returned shortly after to hug Whoopi and continue the segment.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who was convicted of second-degree murder for the death of her abusive mother, appeared on "The View" and had an awkward exchange with co-host Joy Behar. Behar interrupted Blanchard's acknowledgment of wrongdoing, suggesting she had no choice, which led to a reminder from another co-host that murder is wrong. The moment sparked reactions online, with some viewers understanding Blanchard's actions due to her history of abuse. Blanchard, now released from prison, plans to advocate for other abuse victims and emphasizes that she does not seek fame but wants to help others.
On "The View," co-host Ana Navarro gave her Republican colleague Alyssa Farah Griffin a gift with a shade-throwing twist: an elephant-emblazoned pouch, referencing Griffin's political affiliation. The gesture, which followed a birthday celebration featuring drag queens, was part of a series of animal-themed presents representing the personalities of the show's hosts. Navarro and Griffin, who have had a notably tense relationship on the show, often spar over political topics, highlighting the dynamic tension on the daytime talk show.
During an interview on "The View" with Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who was imprisoned for her role in the murder of her abusive mother, cohost Joy Behar had to be reminded by fellow cohost Ana Navarro that "murder is wrong" after initially appearing to defend Blanchard's actions. Blanchard emphasized that she had done something wrong and had paid for her crime, while Behar corrected herself amidst light-hearted banter with the audience and cohosts. Blanchard aims to advocate for victims of Munchausen syndrome by proxy after her release.
The hosts of "The View" mocked Fox News for criticizing Green Day's anti-MAGA lyrics, highlighting the band's history of political activism and the long tradition of politically-inspired music in America. They referenced songs from various artists over the decades that addressed political issues, pointing out the inconsistency in Fox News' stance given their support for conservative musicians. The segment concluded with a reminder of the importance of music as a medium for expressing societal sentiments and influencing political change.
Sunny Hostin, co-host of "The View," criticized Nikki Haley for not initially acknowledging slavery as the cause of the Civil War when questioned at a town hall. Hostin referenced Haley's past actions and statements regarding the Confederate flag, accusing her of hypocrisy and political maneuvering to retain white Republican votes. Haley had previously been commended for removing the Confederate flag from the South Carolina State House but had also referred to it as representing noble traditions, which Hostin and others see as a symbol of opposition to civil rights.
On "The View," co-host Sunny Hostin expressed disapproval of fellow host Alyssa Farah Griffin's support for GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley, particularly after Haley's controversial response to a question about the cause of the Civil War, which initially omitted slavery. Hostin criticized Haley as a "hypocrite" and referenced her past actions regarding the Confederate flag. Griffin defended her support by expressing concern over Donald Trump's potential re-election, while Hostin and co-host Joy Behar showed confidence in President Biden's chances in the 2024 election. Haley later clarified that slavery should have been the first thing she mentioned when discussing the Civil War.
Whoopi Goldberg was surprised on "The View" to discover that she and former NFL player Tony Gonzalez are cousins, a fact revealed by historian Henry Louis Gates, Jr. using advanced DNA testing. The revelation left Goldberg momentarily speechless, and she later invited Gonzalez to join her on the show. This discovery was part of the PBS series "Finding Your Roots," which explores the genealogy of celebrities.
Alyssa Farah Griffin, co-host of "The View," expressed concern that if Donald Trump were to win the presidency in 2024, he might use recent precedents set by states like Colorado and Maine, which have removed him from primary ballots, to disqualify Democratic candidates. She fears that Trump could claim Democrats are a threat to democracy and, with the help of loyal officials he might appoint, could manipulate the law to remove them from ballots. This discussion reflects the broader anxiety about the potential for election laws to be used for partisan purposes.
