In a stunning revelation that has rocked the set of The View, longtime co-host Whoopi Goldberg is now facing internal backlash after multiple insiders accused her of manipulating the show’s script to push her own narrative and silence opposing viewpoints.

Sources close to the production allege that Goldberg, who has been a powerful presence on the daytime talk show for over a decade, has been quietly influencing not just the direction of panel discussions, but also which topics are prioritized—and which voices get drowned out. The accusations surfaced after two current co-hosts reportedly grew tired of what they described as a “pattern of quiet domination,” in which Whoopi allegedly used her influence with producers to frame the show’s messaging.

According to behind-the-scenes accounts, tensions had been simmering for months. But everything came to a boiling point during the taping of a recent episode, when a heated political segment was abruptly redirected. One co-host, speaking anonymously, claims the segment had originally been planned as a balanced discussion on policy—but was rewritten at the last minute under Goldberg’s influence to “steer it into a celebrity-led emotional appeal.”

“She hijacked the topic,” the source said. “She made it all about what she wanted to say. And when someone tried to push back, they were either ignored or edited out.”

Insiders also claim that Goldberg has developed a close relationship with certain key producers, allowing her to review scripts and even suggest changes—something traditionally handled by a collaborative editorial team.

The most damning claim came during a closed-door team meeting last week, when co-host Sara Haines allegedly confronted Whoopi directly, stating: “This isn’t your show alone. We’re all here to be heard.” The confrontation reportedly left the room in stunned silence, and led to an emotional standoff that lasted well into the commercial break.

Although ABC has not publicly responded to the rumors, online audiences have been quick to react. Social media is ablaze with debates—some defending Whoopi’s legacy and leadership, others demanding more transparency and accountability from the show.

“Whoopi has always been a strong voice,” one viewer tweeted. “But if she’s silencing others, that’s not what The View is about.”

This isn’t the first time Goldberg has faced controversy on The View, but the nature of these accusations strikes at the very core of what the show claims to represent: a platform for diverse, unfiltered perspectives. If the allegations are true, it raises serious questions about editorial integrity and whether viewers are truly getting an honest exchange of opinions—or a carefully curated monologue disguised as dialogue.

In the meantime, fans and critics alike are watching closely to see how The View responds. Will ABC address the growing storm? Will co-hosts continue to stay silent—or will more step forward and speak out?

For now, one thing is clear: what happens behind the scenes may soon matter as much as what’s said on air.