ABC Confirms No Contract Renewal for Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar on ‘The View’ Citing Toxic Workplace Concerns
In a significant shake-up for its daytime programming, ABC has officially announced that it will not be renewing the contracts of long-time co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar on the popular talk show “The View.” This decision comes amid rising concerns surrounding a reported toxic workplace environment within the show’s production team.
Sources close to the network revealed that internal reviews had been conducted since early 2024, prompted by mounting complaints from staff and crew regarding behavior described as “hostile” and “unprofessional.” Following these evaluations, ABC executives concluded that a refreshed cast was necessary to foster a more positive atmosphere on set.
In a statement released on social media, ABC expressed gratitude for Whoopi and Joy’s contributions over the years but stated, “We are committed to maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive. To ensure that ‘The View’ continues to be a platform for healthy dialogue, we believe it is time to make the changes
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