Whoopi Goldberg, the moderator of the daytime talk show The View, missed the show’s season 27 premiere on Tuesday due to COVID-19.
Co-host Joy Behar announced Goldberg’s absence at the top of the episode, saying that she was “out with COVID.” Behar also said that Goldberg was “doing well” and “resting up.”
Goldberg has been a co-host of The View since 2001. She is the only original co-host still on the show.
The View is a popular daytime talk show that airs on ABC. The show features a panel of women discussing current events, politics, and pop culture.
Goldberg’s absence from the season premiere is a blow to the show. She is one of the most popular and recognizable co-hosts, and her absence is sure to be noticed by viewers.
It is unclear when Goldberg will return to The View. However, Behar said that she is “expected back soon.”
In the meantime, the show will be hosted by Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, and Meghan McCain.
Goldberg’s absence from The View is a reminder of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The virus has continued to spread, and many people have been infected.
It is important to take steps to protect yourself from COVID-19. This includes getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing a mask in public, and social distancing.