July 26, 2007

Which of these Frontrunners Do You Think Should Fill the Empty 'View' Spot?

Posted by ExtraTV Staff on July 26, 2007 10:31 AM

“Extra” has learned the race for Rosie O’Donnell’s seat on “The View” is getting heated – and a decision could come soon.

There are now three people considered the top contenders to replace Rosie: Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Griffin and Sherri Shepherd!

Sherri has made no secret out of her wish to take a permanent seat on the show. She told “Extra” after guest-hosting, “I would love that job!”

But if the race seems too close to call, “Extra” has learned there could be a surprising compromise: the three women could actually all be hired – and take turns filling the seat!

Today, Rosie spoke out about leaving “The View” and revealed there is no bad blood between her and her ex-hosts.

She wrote on her blog that she still keeps in touch with Barbara Walters, despite rumors to the contrary!

Rosie also opened up on how she feels about “The Price is Right” and its new host, Drew Carey.

She said she wishes Drew the best!

Rosie famously contended to host the show, but she backed out last month once it was revealed she would have to move to California.

“Extra” caught up with Drew in New York City today, where he revealed the price was almost not right for him.

“There was one thing we were negotiating that was kind of a deal-breaking thing,” Drew admitted.

Luckily, Drew and the producers behind “Price” were able to hammer out a decision – and it was just in time.

“I heard like 15 minutes into the Letterman show, like 5 minutes before I went on the air,” Drew revealed. “It was crazy!”

Who do you think would make the best host on "The View:" Whoopi, Kathy or Sherri?


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On 31 Jul 2007, Ann wrote:

My vote is for “WHOOPIE”!!..She is funny and brilliant…. Plus Whoopie will give a more balance to the “View” plus, she is more versatile,(not in to all the glizt and glamour)….Just totally down to earth….I think Kathy would be the worse addition….she is always tring to be funny and she would not allow the guest to speak, because she always seemed to interrupt someone while they are talking….(ever seen her on a talk show as a guest?)… I could not see her being “serious” in certain discussions,cause….as usual, she wants to be the “Funny Girl” and that would get so annoying watching that day after day….Think about it Barbara..
 
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On 31 Jul 2007, Anonymous wrote:

My dear George—It sounds like you can’t relate to classy,intelligent and well spoken women.
 
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On 30 Jul 2007, Anonymous wrote:

The article is supposed to be about new people for The View not about the one who ruined it!People need to get over it.ROSIE WAS THROWN OUT AND ELISABETH WASN’T. WHOOPI AND SHERRI TO FILL MEREDITH’S AND STAR’S SEATS!
 
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On 29 Jul 2007, ALLISON wrote:

HIRE ALL THREE AND GET RID OF ELISABETH, SEND HER BACK TO THE AMAZON OR WHATEVER SURVIVOR ISLAND SHE CAME FROM, SHE HASNT A CLUE!! AND SHES EXTREMELY ANNOYING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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On 29 Jul 2007, lisa wrote:

i pick KATHY GRIFFIN.

i watched the view when it was the original cast and some guest host and let me tell you it was super boring. the audience hardly had a response.

kathy has a sense of humor, and it shows everytime the audience laughs. they talked about paris hilton in one episode and she was the only one daring enough to speak her mind about why she can’t stand paris. the audience couldn’t agree with her more and applauded her.
 
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On 29 Jul 2007, grannarg wrote:

I hope they hire Kathy and Sherri. They really need Kathy to liven things up. Joy is great, but she’s only one person. They had a few real clinkers since Rosie left. How about that woman, Star something? Makes me wonder who made the decision to put her on? Somebody didn’t do his or her homework.
 
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On 29 Jul 2007, djd wrote:

i quit watching after rosie left and the only way i will watch the show again is if they hire sherri, the other 2 are 1.boring and 2.too loud and annoying(not funny at all)

 
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On 27 Jul 2007, George wrote:

Yes, Anonymous- Elisabeth DOES try to dominate the show. She always tries to act smart pretending to know what she’s talking about. She makes no sense. At this point it’s Sherri or worst case Whoopi, but can’t they find anyone else!?!? Like Paris Hilton-now that would be HOT! Just Kidding!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Monica wrote:

I’ve liked Whoopi in the past, watched her movies and all, but doesn’t she have other things to keep her busy like other jobs or projects!! Wouldn’t this be like downsizing?? I mean after all it is just “The View”. Hire Sherri, Kathy will be the next Rosie-overpowering and dominating. Next to go will be Elisabeth with her “know it all” attitude.
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Me wrote:

Why Whoopie? At least with Sherri there, they’ll have two funny people, her and Joy. Elisabeth always tries to be the center of attention and always thinks she knows more than others. Forget Kathy!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Me wrote:

Why Whoopie? At least with Sherri there, they’ll have two funny people, her and Joy. Elisabeth always tries to be the center of attention and always thinks she knows more than others. Forget Kathy!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Jana wrote:

Where is the actual “vote”?
I’ve searched the site several times today and all that comes up is this article asking us to vote. There is no link to the ballot. The old vote ballot (June, I think) comes up when I search, but not the one from last night’s show.

Also, when I hit “disagree” next to a comment the “agree” count increases by one! HUH?!?!!? It happened 3 times.
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Jeena wrote:

I think Whoopi should be the one, She is awesome, funny and very wise!!!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, amanda hall wrote:

def kathy love love love her!!!!!!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Jack wrote:

I think Sherri. She’s a breath of fresh air. Whoopi, boring. Kathy to loud.
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, becky wrote:

Sherri or i wont watch
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Valerie wrote:

i think its between kathy and sherri
i have found Whoopi very boring. with kathy and sherri the show more interesting

 
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On 27 Jul 2007, P D wrote:

Sheri for sure!! Shes like the girl next door or the friend you would love to have lunch with. I’ve watched Kathy many times and I still don’t know her as a person, she always looking for her one liners. Always loved Woopie but didn’t they already try a celeb???? That was AWFUL!!!!!!
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Anonymous wrote:

Whoopie and Sherri are great additions to the show. I tend not to watch when Kathy is on; she’s too overpowering and offensive.
 
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On 27 Jul 2007, Wendy wrote:

Sherri? Kathy?? Whoopi??
Keep looking guys !!!
 
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