NEW YORK CITY — Viewers saw just a glimpse of the chaos on Tuesday morning’s episode of The View, but what played out off-camera was far more explosive than what made it on air.

Multiple sources inside ABC Studios confirm that Whoopi Goldberg was forced to raise her voice — for real — to break up a spiraling live argument between co-hosts Sunny Hostin, Ana Navarro, and conservative commentator Alyssa Farah Griffin. What followed, behind the scenes, has staff calling it “the most intense day on set in years.”

What You Saw on TV: Just the Surface

It started during a segment on abortion laws in red states — a topic known to ignite tension at the table. Farah Griffin, defending her moderate Republican stance, stated:
“Most Americans support some limits, especially in the second and third trimesters.”

But Sunny Hostin immediately pushed back, her tone sharpened:
“That’s a poll-tested line. What we’re seeing is actual criminalization, Alyssa.”

When Ana Navarro jumped in, adding that Farah Griffin was “trying to rebrand extremism as moderation,” the studio temperature shifted. The live audience fell quiet. And then — Whoopi Goldberg slammed her hand on the table.

“Ladies, LADIES — this is not a courtroom. We’re having a conversation, not a trial!”

The tension was palpable. Cameras cut to break.

What You Didn’t See: A Commercial Break Meltdown

According to a production assistant present backstage, as soon as the segment went to commercial, Alyssa Farah Griffin stood up, removed her earpiece, and snapped, “I’m done being ambushed every morning.”

Ana reportedly replied:
“Then maybe this isn’t the table for you.”

Producers rushed in, Goldberg remained seated and silent — visibly disappointed. One crew member claims Sunny Hostin was overheard saying, “She plays the victim every time she can’t defend her views.”

The exchange was cut from the feed and never aired — but multiple audience members have since spoken anonymously about the “very real, very personal tension.”

Behind the Smiles: Months of Quiet Feuds

Sources inside ABC confirm that this wasn’t a one-off incident. Tensions between Sunny and Alyssa have been brewing for months, particularly during segments on race, reproductive rights, and the legacy of the Trump administration.

Ana Navarro, though publicly seen as “comic relief,” has reportedly grown frustrated with what she calls “Alyssa’s deflections and slippery moderation.”

Farah Griffin, meanwhile, is said to feel “outnumbered, outvoiced, and set up to fail.” One friend of hers claims:
“Alyssa didn’t sign up to be the conservative punching bag. She was brought in to bring balance — but they’ve turned her into a villain.”

Is Whoopi Losing Control of the Table?

Whoopi Goldberg, the show’s anchor since 2007, is usually able to de-escalate tension with a single glance. But according to insiders, the tone of the show has shifted in the last year, and not even Whoopi can contain the energy anymore.

One former producer, speaking under anonymity, put it bluntly:
“This isn’t The View of Barbara Walters anymore. It’s become political theatre — and sometimes, no one’s directing the play.”

Goldberg has reportedly voiced her frustration in private, saying she’s tired of “playing referee to professional women who should know better.”

What Comes Next?

ABC is said to be conducting closed-door meetings this week about the on-air chemistry — especially with a contentious election year approaching. Rumors are circulating that Farah Griffin may be taking a “summer hiatus” or “considering her future” with the show altogether.

Meanwhile, fan forums and social media are ablaze. Viewers are split: some defending Alyssa, others praising Sunny and Ana for “holding her accountable.” But one thing is clear — The View is no longer just a talk show. It’s become must-watch political drama.

Final Word

Alyssa Farah Griffin left the studio that day through the side exit, skipping the traditional post-show debrief. A source who passed her in the hallway said she looked “on the verge of tears — or fury.”

Whether she returns next week or takes a break is still unknown. ABC has refused to comment officially. But in the words of one producer:

“It’s only Tuesday. Imagine what Thursday’s show will look like.”