In a surprising twist on The View, Sara Haines made a dramatic exit from the stage following a bold comment from Whoopi Goldberg during the show's celebration of Whoopi's 69th birthday. Fans are buzzing about the moment, which has sparked discussions across social media.
Whoopi’s Birthday Gets Cheesy—and Controversial
On Wednesday, November 13, The View celebrated Whoopi Goldberg’s special day with a unique gift: a wheel of cheese featuring her face carved into it. The presentation was met with applause from the audience as Whoopi playfully kissed the cheese. This quirky gesture set the tone for an eventful episode that fans won’t soon forget.
Sara Haines, known for her wit and charm, quipped to the audience, “I always wanted my face on cheese.” Her comment added to the lighthearted atmosphere, but things took an unexpected turn when Whoopi jokingly said, “I like to be eaten from time to time.”
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Sara Haines Makes a Shocking Exit
This comment left Sara visibly taken aback, prompting her to leave the stage momentarily. The live studio audience reacted with audible gasps, capturing the surprise and intrigue of the moment. While some laughed and clapped, others were left in stunned silence as Whoopi looked at the camera, seemingly astonished by the reaction her joke had sparked.
Sara eventually returned to the set, showing her professionalism by pulling Whoopi in for a warm hug. In her characteristic humorous style, Whoopi attempted to smooth things over by explaining, “Never mind. This is a wheel of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano from Italy, and this has been aged for 24 months. It’s a testament to Italian tradition and quality.”
Whoopi Turns the Moment into a Giveaway
Whoopi then turned the moment into an opportunity to engage with the audience, announcing, “So if you would like to win a wheel just like this,” to which Sara humorously added, “and eat Whoopi Goldberg!” The audience erupted in laughter, showcasing the show's ability to turn a tense moment into a lighthearted one.
Whoopi didn’t stop there; she revealed that each member of the studio audience would take home a wheel of cheese, adding to the festive atmosphere. But the celebrations didn’t end with cheese. Joy Behar, another co-host, presented Whoopi with her annual homemade lasagna, a dish the EGOT winner adores.
Lasagna Drama Adds Another Layer
“Joy makes the greatest lasagna ever,” Whoopi exclaimed, emphasizing the special nature of the gift. Last year, Joy, 82, had a bit of a mystery on her hands when the lasagna she made for Whoopi went missing just before the birthday celebration.
“Yesterday I was home looking for [the lasagna], I had made three of them about two weeks ago,” Joy recounted. “I ate one, me and my husband, I gave one to somebody else and I saved one for you.”
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Despite searching her freezer, Joy couldn’t locate the missing dish. “There is a missing lasagna somewhere,” she joked, prompting Alyssa Farah Griffin to respond, “Where is the stolen lasagna?”
“I feel like putting out an APB for it [to] find the lasagna!” Joy quipped, showcasing her comedic flair. In the end, she quickly whipped up another lasagna for Whoopi, ensuring the tradition continued.
“Anyway, enjoy it,” Joy told Whoopi after sharing the story. Whoopi was thrilled, noting that her family eagerly anticipated the annual lasagna and warning them not to touch it. “But you know what’s gonna happen if you try to touch it,” she said, before deciding to keep it close.
Lasagna Jealousy Among Co-Hosts
Joy joked that her colleagues were envious of Whoopi receiving the lasagna, a sentiment that sparked laughter among the hosts. “I know you have to earn your lasagna,” Sara said, laughing. “I’ve only been here for six years!” Sunny Hostin chimed in, “Seven for me and I didn’t get one and it was just last month!”
