Here's the scoop, folks. Meghan McCain had everyone buzzing when she posted a touching tribute to her co-star Whoopi Goldberg, sparking rumors that she might be stepping away from The View. But don't worry, the star, who's expecting her first child, quickly cleared up any confusion. The pregnant Raising McCain alum made it crystal clear she's not leaving the CBS daytime talk show anytime soon.
Let me break it down for you. On Wednesday, September 22, Meghan took to Instagram to address the frenzy of questions flooding her comments section. "Not going anywhere but maternity leave!" the 35-year-old revealed, putting fans' minds at ease. The warm tone of her original post led some to believe she was bidding a fond farewell to Whoopi, but that's not the case. Meghan's just stepping back temporarily to focus on her growing family.
Grateful Words for Whoopi
Meghan took a moment to express her heartfelt gratitude for the legendary Whoopi Goldberg, sharing her admiration for working alongside such an icon. "Getting to work with a living icon like @whoopigoldberg every day is still such a privilege and totally surreal," she wrote on Instagram. "Love you Whoop, thank you for your unending support, friendship, and political perspective — I continue to learn from you every day. I’m so lucky to get to do what I do @theviewabc every day surrounded by such incredible women." It's clear that Meghan values the camaraderie and intellectual stimulation she finds on the show.
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Maternity Leave Timing
It's been more than half a year since Meghan announced her exciting news of pregnancy with husband Ben Domenech. With the passage of time, it's becoming evident that her maternity leave aligns perfectly with her due date, which is estimated to be around November. While the couple hasn't officially confirmed the exact timing, everything seems to be falling into place for the arrival of their bundle of joy.
Fans Eager for Updates
Her fans are absolutely thrilled and can't wait to hear more about Meghan's pregnancy journey. However, the outspoken TV personality has chosen to keep most details about her baby under wraps. Back in May, she opened up about the reasons behind this decision, explaining why she and Ben prefer to keep their child out of the social media spotlight. "Ben and I have made the conscious decision to guard our (growing) [family’s] privacy as much as is possible," Meghan shared on social media. "I believe children have a right to privacy and hope you will all understand as we navigate this as much as possible going forward without sacrificing our comfort or safety."
View this post on Instagram#TBT many, many, years ago on our like third date. Drunk on whiskey sours. Cut to today and I’m a few weeks away from having your baby… Life is bananas and we have been through the most insane shit the world can throw at a couple and somehow come out the other side still in love and intact. It all started because I thought you were hot and smart on Bill Maher and followed your blue check mark on twitter. You didn’t fuck around, slid into my dm’s and asked me to dinner immediately. I told @joshrupley the night of our first date there was no chance it works out with this one, jokes on me. Love you baby. “Buy the ticket, take the ride.” ♥️🇺🇸
While Meghan would love nothing more than to share every detail of her pregnancy with her fans, she's had to make some tough decisions. She admitted that the harsh realities of social media trolls have influenced her approach. "A bunch of inhumane jackasses have ruined so much for me," she confessed, recalling how cruel comments about her late father's cancer battle affected her deeply. "I learned a lot of hard lessons about cruelty that comes with being open and vulnerable about my personal life," she explained. "It is a shame. I know this is an unorthodox choice for a talk show host who is on TV five days a week — but I’ve always lived by the beat of my own drum."
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Exciting News Earlier This Year
Back in March, Meghan and Ben made the exciting announcement that they were expecting their first child. At the time, the author of Dirty Sexy Politics revealed her plans to appear on The View via satellite from home to ensure the safety of both herself and her baby during the pandemic. "My husband Ben and I have been blessed to find out I’m pregnant," she joyfully shared. "Although this isn’t how I expected to announce my pregnancy, both we and our families are excited to share the news with you all." Meghan consulted with her doctors, who advised her to be extra cautious about limiting social interactions to protect her health and the health of her unborn child.
As we await the arrival of Meghan and Ben's little one, we can't help but feel excited for this new chapter in their lives. Here's to a smooth and happy journey into parenthood!
