New York, April 28, 2025 – Daytime TV was rocked just an hour ago by a shocking X post: “Whoopi Goldberg’s family heartbrokenly announced that Whoopi Goldberg has lost her contract with The View…” The claim, paired with persistent rumors that ABC refused to renew contracts for Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar due to their “toxic” behavior, sent fans into a frenzy. Some celebrated a supposed shake-up, others mourned the loss of two icons—but hold the drama! ABC and fact-checkers have obliterated both stories, labeling them pure fiction. So, why do these rumors keep haunting The View, and what’s the real story behind its leading ladies?
The Double Dose of Fake News
The latest rumor, alleging Goldberg’s family announced her contract termination, has no credible backing. No statements from Goldberg’s family, ABC, or reputable outlets support this claim, which mirrors a pattern of clickbait hoaxes. Similarly, the narrative that ABC axed Goldberg, 69, and Behar, 82, for fostering a “toxic workplace” stems from a March 2024 satirical piece on SpaceXMania.com. ABC firmly denied this to Lead Stories in November 2024, stating, “This is not true.” Fact-checking by Snopes, PolitiFact, and Reuters found zero evidence of contract disputes or “toxic” labels, yet X users keep the fire burning, with one post cheering, “Good riddance to the chaos!”
Why the Lies Won’t Die
Goldberg and Behar’s unapologetic voices make them lightning rods. Goldberg’s 2022 Holocaust comments sparked a brief suspension, while Behar’s biting political quips often divide viewers. A May 2024 report speculated about Goldberg’s contract (expiring mid-2025) facing scrutiny over on-air missteps, but no termination was confirmed. Behar, The View’s last original co-host since 1997, dodged similar rumors, with sources noting her contract talks were active in February 2024. The View’s dominance—topping daytime ratings in January 2025—proves their worth, but their controversies feed endless speculation. Are these rumors just trolling, or is someone gunning for a rebrand?
The Real Deal: Queens of Daytime
Goldberg and Behar remain fixtures. Despite Goldberg’s absences for COVID (July 2024) and flu (February 2025), Behar rallied fans, saying, “Whoopi’s tough—she’ll be back!” Behar took a week off in November 2024 for her play, Bonkers in the Boroughs, with ABC’s support. Joined by Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro, they keep The View a ratings juggernaut.
What’s Next?
ABC’s swift debunking buries the “termination” and “toxic” tales, but the rumors’ staying power hints at a restless audience. Will Goldberg and Behar stay past 2025, or is a quiet exit brewing? As The View thrives, one thing’s clear: these queens aren’t bowing out yet… but will the gossip ever let them rest?
