Let’s dive into something fun! On The View, the always-entertaining Joy Behar opened up about her life as a grandma to her grandson, Luca. And guess what? She shared a laugh-out-loud story too. It’s like getting a backstage pass to her personal life.
Behind the Table: Joy Behar Talks About Kate McKinnon’s Impersonation
During a lively episode of The View’s “Behind the Table” podcast on Thursday, October 3, Joy Behar couldn’t stop gushing about her excitement over having Kate McKinnon as a guest. Now, if you know anything about Kate, you’ll understand why Joy was so thrilled. Kate’s comedic chops are legendary, and she has even impersonated Joy on SNL in the past. So, this was a big deal for Joy.
“She’s absolutely hilarious,” Joy said, her voice dripping with admiration. “And you know, she’s not just funny. She’s got this unique energy that’s hard to match.”
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Kate McKinnon Goes Above and Beyond for Luca
As the podcast rolled on, Brian Teta, the talk show’s executive producer, mentioned something pretty cool. “In addition to talking about her impression of you, Kate did something special for your grandson, Luca,” Brian revealed.
“Oh, I told her to do it!” Joy chimed in, explaining the backstory. “I said, ‘Kate, just write a note to Luca.’ I mean, she did me on SNL, so why not take it a step further and connect with my family?”
Brian couldn’t help but ask, “Does Luca actually watch SNL? Is he aware of all this?”
Joy laughed and said, “Yeah, he does sometimes. Kids these days know everything. They’re savvy little things, let me tell you.”
Being a Grandma: Joy’s Heartfelt Take
Luca, born in 2011, is Joy’s pride and joy. He’s the son of her daughter, Eve Behar, whom Joy welcomed during her first marriage to Joe Behar. Joy has always been open about the joys of being a grandma. Back on Anderson Live, she talked about how magical it feels.
“It’s like falling in love all over again,” Joy explained. “Remember that first rush of love when you meet someone special? It’s like that, but this time it’s with your grandchild. You just can’t get enough of them. It’s pure happiness.”
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The Milestone of Being Imitated on SNL
As the podcast conversation deepened, Brian posed a question that got Joy thinking: “How do you know when you’ve truly made it in your career?”
“Oh, that’s simple,” Joy replied with a grin. “You know you’ve made it when they’re imitating you on SNL. That’s the ultimate seal of approval.”
She was then asked if she enjoys being impersonated on the show. “Absolutely, it’s a blast,” Joy said. “At first, I wasn’t too thrilled when it was a man doing me, like Fred Armisen. But now, having a woman like Kate McKinnon do me? That’s a whole different story. As you get older, being impersonated by a woman sounds more and more appealing.”
Kate McKinnon’s Love for Joy Behar
On Tuesday, October 1, Kate made an appearance on The View, and she was all smiles about her opportunity to impersonate Joy on SNL. “I wanted to do the most fabulous Joy Behar ever,” Kate confessed. “Sometimes it doesn’t quite come together, but I adore you, Joy. It was truly an honor to impersonate you.”
As Kate walked onto the stage, she couldn’t resist giving each of the co-hosts a peck on the cheek. “I’m sorry, I just had to kiss everyone. It’s rude not to kiss when you’re a guest! This is my first time here at The View. I’m a newbie. Be gentle with me!”
Whoopi Goldberg joked, “The first thing you’ll get from The View is a little cold, because that’s what I’ve got.”
Sara Haines chimed in, warning Kate, “Whoopi’s been under the weather.”
Kate laughed it off, saying, “No problem. I’ll take it! Bring it on!”
