Let’s talk about friendships—even the ones in Hollywood. We all know that even the closest friendships have their ups and downs, and Meghan McCain isn’t shy about sharing hers. The outspoken cohost of The View recently opened up about her relationship with former cohost Abby Huntsman, including a behind-the-scenes disagreement that made headlines. But don’t worry, this isn’t a drama-filled story—it’s more about the reality of friendships and how they survive even the toughest moments.
Behind the Scenes: A Friendship Under Scrutiny
During a candid appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Meghan McCain revealed that she and Abby Huntsman had a disagreement. Now, before you jump to conclusions, let me tell you—this wasn’t some explosive Hollywood feud. “We did get in a fight, which is a very small fight and a friend fight,” Meghan shared with Andy. She went on to explain that it’s normal for friendships to have their ups and downs. “All friendships have ups and downs,” she added, reminding us that no relationship is perfect, and that’s okay.
Why the Media Attention?
Meghan expressed her frustration with how the media handled their disagreement. She admitted it felt strange to see their personal conflict dissected in the public eye. “It was sort of bizarre for me, and I think bizarre for her, to have — the fact that we got in one fight the two years that we worked together on the show, to be put under dissection in the media, to be weaponized,” Meghan explained. In a world where every move is scrutinized, it’s refreshing to hear someone speak honestly about the impact of public perception on personal relationships.
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Abby Huntsman’s Departure
Meghan also addressed Abby’s decision to leave The View. Abby, who joined the show in September 2018, announced her resignation in January 2020 to help her dad, Jon Huntsman Jr., run his gubernatorial campaign in Utah. For Meghan, this was a tough pill to swallow. “This has been a really, really rough few weeks for me because I didn’t want her to go, selfishly, because I thought she was an amazing cohost and just having a friend there has been lovely,” Meghan confessed. She added that the emotional toll of their friendship being used by the media has been significant, but she remains grateful for their bond.
Clearing the Air
Meghan emphasized that despite any rumors, she and Abby remain close friends. “Abby and I have been friends for over 10 years. Our parents were friends in politics, we worked at Fox together,” Meghan told Andy. She added, “Part of the reason she came to The View is because we were friends. We are still very good friends. We are very close. I just talked to her yesterday morning.” Abby’s decision to leave wasn’t about drama or conflict—it was about family. “She’s campaigning with her dad,” Meghan explained. “I think she was genuinely conflicted about her dad running for governor and her not helping, and that is the reason why she left.”
A Lasting Bond
Despite the media attention, Meghan and Abby’s friendship remains strong. Abby herself has spoken fondly of their bond. At a gala in October 2019, she revealed just how much Meghan means to her. “I would say [I lean on] Meghan,” Abby sweetly told Closer Weekly. “I’ve been really good friends with her for a long time and we’ll FaceTime almost every night, so we’re very very close.” It’s clear that their friendship isn’t just a professional one—it’s a deep, lasting connection that can weather any storm.
