‘The View’ in Turmoil as Execs Secretly Hunt for ‘Smarter’ Replacement for Whoopi Goldberg—Sources Say Moderator Is ‘Checked Out’ and Show’s Future Hangs in the Balance – Who will Save ‘The View’?

Behind the scenes at The View, tensions are reportedly running high as executives grow increasingly frustrated with longtime moderator Whoopi Goldberg. According to insiders, producers believe Whoopi has become “checked out,” phoning in performances and lacking the spark that once made her the backbone of the show. Now, execs are allegedly on a quiet but urgent mission to find a “smarter” and more engaged personality to take over her role. The potential shake-up could mark a seismic shift in the show’s future—and fans are already speculating who might step into the hot seat.

Find out who’s being eyed to take over—and what this bold move could mean for the future of daytime TV.

WHOOPI Goldberg might not be moderator on The View for much longer.

According to reports, The View’s executive producers are eager for Sunny Hostin to replace Whoopi, who has “checked out” of her job.

Whoopi Goldberg on The View.
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Whoopi Goldberg is a controversial panelist on the hit daytime showCredit: ABC

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Whoopi Goldberg and the hosts of "The View" at the show's table.
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The View is in its 28th seasonCredit: Getty

Whoopi Goldberg on The View.
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Whoopi has ‘checked out’, according to insidersCredit: ABC
Multiple sources have shared how Sunny is “being groomed to take over as the show’s lead moderator”.

The transition is even said to be underway, with the “writing on the wall”.

A senior show insider has told Rob Shuter’s Substack: “The writing’s on the wall.

“The network knows The View needs a refresh — someone younger, more engaged, and more connected to the next generation. Sunny checks every box.”

Sunny Hostin on The View.
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Sunny Hostin is poised to take over as a moderator on the showCredit: ABC

Sunny Hostin on The View.
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Fans love Sunny, and execs think she ‘checks every box’Credit: ABC
Although the transition hasn’t been confirmed, there are some telling signs on the show that seemingly reveal it has begun behind-the-scenes.

When the ladies were chatting about sexless marriages this week, Whoopi shut down the topic by saying: “It’s early in the morning,” complete with a bone-chilling stare.

According to Rob Shuter’s insiders, the viral moment got around the building with it fast becoming a hot topic.

The insider said: “Sunny was steering the conversation. Whoopi looked checked out. That’s become the pattern.”

It is claimed that although ABC have “affection” for Whoopi and deem her a legend, “legends age out” and ABC is “looking at the future”.

A SUNNY NEW VIEW

With ABC focusing on the future, it is also claimed that Whoopi being phazed out and Sunny being introduced as the leading moderator has begun.

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“Smart, stylish, legally trained” Sunny is gradually leading the way for a fresh new The View, it has been hinted, with an executive urging viewers to “watch closely” as it happens in real time.

And fans have spotted how “clocked out” Whoopi has been looking in recent months.

“Whoopi Goldberg on The View is like an aunt at a family gathering—occasionally wise, mostly just tired of everyone’s nonsense,” said one viewer on X last month.

“What’s with Whoopi? Is she bored?” asked another in November 2024.

The View hosts

The View is an American talk show airing on ABC from 11am-12pm EST, Monday through Friday. It features a diverse group of women that discuss the day’s “Hot Topics”, ranging from hard-hitting news to celebrity gossip. The six co-hosts include:

Whoopi Goldberg
Joy Behar
Sunny Hostin
Sara Haines
Ana Navarro
Alyssa Farah Griffin

Another viewer watching the show last year added: “Whoopi always looks bored when the cohost are talking.”

And a fourth penned: “Whoopi looks so bored when the others are speaking. It’s not a good attitude.”

RECENT SCHEDULE SHAKEUP

The popular American talk show was created by broadcast journalist Barbara Walters.

It is currently in its 28th season, and after a recent boost in ratings, one extra show each week now airs every Saturday.

As of January 11, The Weekend View airs on ABC News Live, which is the streaming platform website.

The show is half an hour long and features the show’s Friday panel.

The Friday panel usually comprises of moderator Joy Behar, and co-hosts Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro.

Controversial panelist Whoopi, who has now “checked out” of her role is not on the show because she doesn’t work on Fridays.

Whoopi only appears on The View each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Sunny Hostin at the opening night of Othello.
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Sunny’s transition to becoming a moderator has already begun, according to sourcesCredit: Getty

Whoopi Goldberg giving a lap dance on The View.
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Whoopi seems ‘bored’ on the show, according to fansCredit: ABC

The View hosts for season 27.
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The View now has a weekend spin-off show, which started airing in JanuaryCredit: ABC