The theatrics are back from our resident EGOT winner,Whoopi Goldberg, which must mean we’re back on Whoopi Watch. So what is it this time – reaction to obscure noises, hatred for pop culture, or a celebrity name-drop? When it comes to Hot Topics onThe View,our favorite topic to discuss is tracking the antics of our favorite moderator.
In a rare occurrence on Whoopi Watch, our favorite actress endured a double whammy of heightened reactions. Both regarding two very drastically different entertainment-centric stories. From a disgraced rapper’s trial to a scandal at a British wedding,Whoopi has had it, officially.It’s time to discuss the latest edition of Whoopi Watch.
Double Whoopi Watch on ‘The View’
Earlier this week, the ladies ofThe Viewkept things lively in their discussion about the court case, keeping them yapping. With so much attention being spent discussing theSean ‘Diddy’ Combscase, it wasn’t the topic itself that sent Whoopi into a tizzy. It was a joke from one of her co-hosts. While pondering whether or notPresident Donald Trumpwould float a presidential pardon for the rapper,Joy Beharswooped in with a joke, “They should do a show called Who’s Your Diddy?” As the audience roared with laughter and applause,Whoopi collapsed her head straight to the table.Whether she was embarrassed by the joke or found it funny, hoping to prevent her true feelings from coming out, it was another entry into Whoopi Watch. Behar’s joke comes a day afterSara Hainesmade a quip at the rapper’s expense, saying,“Everyone’s been on Diddy’s…,“before the groan of the crowd filled the room.
Keeping things in the world of entertainment, later in the episode, the conversation turned to an alleged family squabble out of the UK revolving aroundVictoria Beckham, her son,Brooklyn Beckham, and his wife,Nicola Peltz.People had previously reportedthat the newlyweds were hurt after the formerSpice Girlallegedly hijacked the couple’s first dance, as performed by Latin pop iconMarc Anthony. The news followsa recent cryptic Instagram reel by Brooklynstating that he would “always choose” his wife. Now, with that context, as Haines was explaining the anonymous source story, she revealed that Anthony was looking for the “most beautiful woman in the room,” which was not the bride but the mom. Then, Whoopi’s acting prowess was put on full display as she leaped out of her chair, lamenting, “What! Oh My God!Marc Anthony, what’s wrong with you?” I get it, why you said that, but, oh my God, we have to go to break, it’s so freaky!” Per usual, laughter ensued.
Joy Behar Accidentally Gropes Whoopi Goldberg Live on ‘The View’ — Then It Gets Even More Hilarious
Invasion of the personal space!
‘The View’ Has Been Home to Recurring Moments
When it comes toThe View, viewers are eager to see the recurring bits coming from the Hot Topics table. Whether for fun or to continue with updates on a daily topic, loyalty pays off in spades. When it comes to pop culture,expect Whoopi to zone out or make a spectacle about the situation.Or, should one of her morning buddies name-drop, she’ll react because, let’s be honest, if there’s anyone who has the ability to name-drop willy-nilly, it’s the EGOT winner.
When it comes to the Combs’ trial,The View’s ownSunny Hostinhas been granted access to the courtroom, sharing her experience with the ladies. On her recent appearance onBehind the Table, the official podcast of the show,Hostin revealed the moment when he began engaging with her.“He was staring at me one day, and I’m thinking, oh my goodness. I spoke to his mother very briefly in the bathroom. I’m watching the jurors because they’re taking this in,” she told executive producerBrian Teta. With a vast variety of vantages sitting at the table every morning,The Viewcontinues to provide a voice for the viewers, a major factor in the longevity of the show.
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