In a lively episode of The View on Thursday, Joy Behar didn’t hold back when the conversation turned to Fox News host Greg Gutfeld. Known for his provocative style and sharp-tongued commentary, Gutfeld has often targeted Behar and her colleagues. However, when the topic of his frequent critiques came up, Behar delivered a cutting response that had the studio audience in stitches.
The Hot Topic: Rivera’s Departure and Gutfeld’s Antics
The discussion on The View began with the news that Geraldo Rivera, one of the few liberal voices on Fox News’ The Five, had decided to leave the show amidst growing tension. While Rivera claimed it was his decision to step down, Behar was skeptical. Reflecting on her own experience of being let go from The View in 2013, she humorously suggested that it’s often not as voluntary as it seems. “Everyone says they quit. I don’t know anything about that show, but I said I quit years ago when they fired me. No one’s giving up these lucrative jobs so easily,” Behar quipped.
Behar’s Response to Gutfeld
As the conversation pivoted to Greg Gutfeld, known for his relentless critiques of Behar and The View, co-host Sunny Hostin remarked that Gutfeld frequently talks about Behar. Feigning ignorance, Behar retorted, “Who is he?” This prompted laughter and applause from the audience. She continued, genuinely perplexed, “No, really. Who is he? He has a show? I’ve never heard of him. I guess he’s just obsessed with me!”
Behar’s dismissive comments highlighted her unbothered stance towards Gutfeld’s barbs, effectively turning the tables on the Fox News host, who has made a career out of provocative commentary and satirical attacks on public figures, including Behar.
The Gutfeld-Behar Feud
Greg Gutfeld, who brands himself as the “King of Late Night,” has a long history of critiquing Behar. He has compared her to Hitler’s wife and made disparaging remarks about her age and appearance. Gutfeld’s segments often include personal jabs at Behar, framing her as a target for his audience’s disdain towards more liberal viewpoints.
Despite Gutfeld’s provocations, Behar’s recent comments reflect a seasoned media personality unfazed by the host’s attempts to rattle her. Her lighthearted dismissal on The View underscores her ability to handle criticism with humor and grace.
More on the Feud
For more details on the ongoing spar between Joy Behar and Greg Gutfeld, you can read the full discussions on The Daily Beast and Newsweek.
This moment on The View is a reminder of how even in the heated world of political and social commentary, a bit of humor and a well-timed quip can go a long way.