As Barbara Walters celebrates her 90th birthday, fans around the world are curious about how the legendary TV star is doing. It’s no secret that she’s been out of the spotlight for a while now, but recent updates from those close to her have sparked concern. Jenny McCarthy, who cohosted The View with Barbara from 2013 to 2014, recently shared some troubling news about the iconic journalist’s current state.
“I heard that she’s in a place where she’s not doing so well, and I just spoke with Sherri Shepherd about it. We’re sending her some cards to let her know we’re thinking of her,” Jenny, now 47, told Us Weekly ahead of the 2020 Super Bowl. Despite the concerning update, Jenny remains optimistic about Barbara’s resilience. “That woman is a powerhouse. She’s going to keep fighting no matter what life throws her way.”
Concerns About Barbara’s Health
Barbara’s fans have been keeping a close eye on her well-being since she began stepping back from the public eye around 2016. Things took a turn in October 2019 when TMZ reported on her current living situation, raising concerns among her admirers. According to an insider, Barbara has been living mostly within the confines of her New York City apartment, showing clear signs of aging, and receiving very few visitors.
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Another source revealed that she’s become increasingly forgetful and confused, and she avoids leaving her apartment for fear of falling and injuring herself. This news was distressing for her fans, who remember her as a vibrant and sharp journalist. Shortly after these reports, Barbara’s representative confirmed to Fox News that she had been hospitalized due to heart complications, following a history of health issues, including open-heart surgery in 2010 and a fall in 2013.
Barbara’s Remarkable Career
Even though Barbara has stepped back from the spotlight in recent years, her legacy in the world of television is nothing short of extraordinary. As the proud mother of 51-year-old daughter Jackie Guber, Barbara built an illustrious career that spanned several decades. She authored the popular book How to Talk With Practically Anybody About Practically Anything and left an indelible mark on television history with her work on Today (1962-1976), ABC Evening News (1976-1978), and 20/20 (1979-2004).
Barbara announced her retirement in 2014 but returned several times in 2014 and 2015 to appear on 20/20 and ABC News. She also created the beloved talk show The View and continues to serve as its executive producer. Her influence and contributions to journalism have left a lasting impact on the industry.
