The View

The View (1997- )

RunningTalk Show show

The View is a live, one-hour daily talk show from ABC co-hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, and Meghan McCain. It is the original forum in which real women discuss everyday issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 11:00 (60 min)

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S29E205Molly Ringwald, Ali Louis BourzguiJul 24, 2026
S29E204Tracee Ellis RossJul 23, 2026
S29E203Anson MountJul 22, 2026
S29E202Megan Rapinoe, Timothy WhiteJul 21, 2026
S29E201Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Christopher NolanJul 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The View debut?

The View debuted on August 11, 1997.

Who were the original hosts of The View?

The original hosts of The View were Meredith Vieira, Star Jones, Debbie Matenopoulos, Joy Behar, and Barbara Walters.

How often did The View air in its first season?

The View aired Monday through Friday during its first season.

Who served as the executive producer of The View during its first season?

Bill Geddie served as the executive producer of The View during its first season.

Who was the first guest on The View?

The first guests on The View were George Clooney and Charlie Sheen.

Who was the first musical performance on The View?

The first musical performance on The View was by Faith Hill.

Who was the first politician to appear on The View?

The first politician to appear on The View was then-New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani.

Who replaced Debbie Matenopoulos as co-host in 1999?

Lisa Ling replaced Debbie Matenopoulos as co-host in 1999.

Who replaced Lisa Ling as co-host in 2002?

Elisabeth Hasselbeck replaced Lisa Ling as co-host in 2002.

What segment was added to The View in 2003?

The Hot Topics segment was added to The View in 2003.

Who was the first non-regular co-host to join The View in 2003?

Kathy Griffin was the first non-regular co-host to join The View in 2003.

Who returned to co-host The View in 2006 after leaving the show in 2002?

Lisa Ling returned to co-host The View in 2006 after leaving the show in 2002.

Who replaced Star Jones as co-host in 2007?

Whoopi Goldberg replaced Star Jones as co-host in 2007.

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