Whoopi Goldberg’s Shocking Revelation – An On-set Incident That Led to Major Changes on ‘The View

The glitz and glamour of daytime talk shows often conceal the unforeseen perils lurking on set. Such was the case with ABC’s iconic show, ‘The View,’ where a frightening incident involving co-host Joy Behar led to momentous changes on the show’s set.

Last week, as the hosts engaged in their customary banter, Whoopi Goldberg revealed an alarming event from the past. Whoopi recollected a heart-stopping moment when Joy Behar tumbled from her tall, swirling chair on set. “My tush missed the seat, that’s all. I was trying to get on, and the thing swirled, that’s all,” Joy nonchalantly explained.

But the terror of the incident was still etched in Whoopi’s memory. Whoopi Goldberg responded, “We saw you trying to figure out how not to fall onto the floor, and that was scary. Because you don’t know whether to catch you and annoy you.”

Change for Safety on ‘The View’

After Behar’s nerve-racking fall, the producers took swift action, substituting the hosts’ revolving chairs with stable ones. While joking about the suitability of the new seating for her figure, Whoopi mentioned, “The other one, my butt fit on, but it was not good for you. So, we give what we can.”

These unexpected revelations followed another impactful week on ‘The View,’ marked by the passing of its co-creator and executive producer, Bill Geddie, due to coronary-related issues. This loss prompted a heartfelt reflection from Whoopi Goldberg, who credited Geddie and co-creator Barbara Walters as the reasons she remains on the show, despite repeated calls for her departure.

Whoopi’s dedication to honoring Geddie and Walters’ wishes provides an insight into her steadfast resilience amid ongoing controversy.