August 1, 2007

Whoopi Goldberg Joins 'The View!'


Whoopi Goldberg is the new co-host of “The View!”

Barbara Walters and the rest of the women made the announcement that the comedienne was chosen to fill one of two coveted spots on the ABC gabfest.

“Extra” was with Whoopi on set this morning moments after the big announcement came, and the wise-cracking Whoopi wasted no time getting started!

“Do you ever watch ‘The View?’” Barbara asked Whoopi.

She replied, “Once or twice. You look familiar!”

Whoopi told “Extra” she knows it’s not going to be easy replacing Rosie O’Donnell.

“Rosie is my friend. I’m doing a job she's done, that's all,” she says. “I can't be her. I can only be me and I hope that's good enough.”

Barbara told “Extra” that Rosie’s reaction to the replacement was nothing but happiness for Whoopie.

“Rosie is so supportive of Whoopi,” explains Barbara. “We’re email pals. We had a wonderful year with Rosie. This is a new chapter.”

But is “The View” still looking to replace Star Jones?

“I'm not actively searching for another co-host,” reveals Barbara. “If we find one then that would be great.”

Whoopi will officially join the chat-fest September 4.

What do you think of the choice? Sound off here!


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On 10 Sep 2007, janet wrote:

Read all the nice comments about Whoopi here and used to think that myself…until her debut on the view. I felt it was irresponsible of Whoopi to use her status & debut to plug the viewers with her “explanation” of Vick’s actions. It was not based in fact & was simply, mindless, ratings psycho-babble on Whoopi’s part. I cannot understand her “view” because it was off the mark & not even factual.

 
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On 5 Sep 2007, Bernard wrote:

Whoopi is right on about M. Vick and his situation. At the beginning of the electric age Thomas Edison electrocuted cats, while trying to prove the dangers of AC electricity. He had placed his money on DC electricity. How about the cruelty that leads to fur coats? Who has gone to jail over fur coats? Every day chickens have their neck rung. M. Vick should not go to jail.

 
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On 5 Sep 2007, Tiffany wrote:

Whoopi is boring, but can be funny at times. I think they should of choose someone else maybe a little younger to bring in a different kind of variety to the show.

 
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On 2 Aug 2007, Wendy wrote:

They should have picked Sherry Shepard. She helped them out for months and was great. I think she is funnier than Whoopie. I think they just picked her for popularity. I think it’s sad they did not pick Sherry. She was on a couple of the entertainment shows saying she wanted the job and they just tossed her aside. HOW SAD!!!

 
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On 2 Aug 2007, Margot wrote:

Elizabeth H. has to GO!!! She is getting too much now.

 
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On 2 Aug 2007, Betty McDonald wrote:

I think Whoppie is a good choice. I hope Kathie will be the one chosen for the other co-host.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Karen wrote:

Love, Whoopie as the one to fill the empty seat. I think they made a wise choice. She’s so laid back. I just love her. Now if they can just get Elizabeth to stop speed talking over everyone.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Anonymous wrote:

I wish Barbara would stop her lies about Rosie.I don’t think there are too many who really care if Rosie accepts Whoopi or not.She did not leave The View by her own choice.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Lauren Sindone wrote:

I loved Rosie on the show, she gave the show some zip and so many funny moments. I like Whoopi, but find she is kind of boring as a moderator on the show. I think they could have searched and found someone better. I do agree with whoever said Elizabeth needs to go. She talks way too much athough she has nothing of value to contribute. They should swap her out and try Bonnie Hunt, who is very funny.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Jane wrote:

Go GIRL Whoopie,

I know that Whoopi will do a fantastic show, and I hope she remains anti-republican as she did in her own show. She is Whoopi and does not have to fir into Rosie’s shoe.

But beware WHOPPIE, watch out for barbara walters and Elizabeth H., because one never knows when they will kick you in the back as they have already to Star Jones and Rosie.

I wonder if Barbara can really handle controversy. She is too fake, and Elizabeth has to go. Time to change her as she is not contributing anything for the show. She is complete wash off! I don’t know why she is even there.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Jennifer wrote:

Since Rosie wasn’t even on the show for a year, I would consider this to be more of another choice to fill Meredith’s chair.
I think Whoopi is strong, classy and will respectfully state her opinions and respect others. I was VERY pleased to find out she was picked and look forward to watching the show again.

Just be yourself Whoopi!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, darlene wrote:

PLEASE I BEG OF YOU DO NOT HAVE SHERRY WILSON ON THE VIEW I CAN’T STAND THE WOMAN, A VERY BAD CHOICE I BELIEVE. LEAVE THE SEAT OPEN FOR GUESTS THATS A MUCH BETTER IDEA

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Sam wrote:

I’m really happy for the show and for Whoopi. I would love to Sherri Sheppard on there as well because she was so edgy. I hope that Whoopi won’t be too conservative or too cautious in order to avoid arguments!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, peggy scarborough wrote:

I love Whoopie she is a excellent choice.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Anonymous wrote:

THREE CHEERS FOR WHOOPI!!!!!
Now put Sherri in Star’s seat and you’ll have a perfect cast!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Michelle S wrote:

Boring! Bring back Rosie! Whoopie isnt good for that show.

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Melanea Richrds wrote:

Whoppie is going to do a great job. I have never heard her say anything bad about anybody.. I think she will be a very positive asset to The View. I loved watching The View until Rosie came on the show. Im so glad she is gone- I can watch my show again! I couldnt believe that someone like Barbara Walters would even bring someone like Rosie on that show! It lowered the classiness of that show when Rosie came on. Im so glad that Whoppie is on there.. Ive never been fond of having an african american on there because of thier attitudes (ie. Sherri Sheppard, Monique, Star Jones) Whopie doesnt have that “bad attitude” and I welcome her.. Shes gonna be great!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Anonymous wrote:

I really wanted Sherrie Shephard to get the spot. She’s FUNNY!!!!!!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Anonymous wrote:

Whoopi Goldberg is a great choice and she’s a good person for that show to have, and I’m all for her doing her job as a “View” cohost, too.
Thanks, BW!

 
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On 1 Aug 2007, Kelly wrote:

I think Whoopi is an awful choice! She is just as bad as Rosie. I can’t believe Barbara Walters and ABC would choose her when the few times she was on and conducted the hot topics she was HORRIBLE!! I was very disappointed they didn’t announce a second co-host. I was expecting 2 people to be announced today, but now that Whoopi has been chosen it doesn’t matter because I will no longer watch once she joins in the fall. I used to watch The View everyday until Rosie came on and then stopped for several months until Rosie left.

 
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