WHOOPI Goldberg might not be moderator on The View for much longer.
According to reports, The View's executive producers are eager for Sunny Hostin to replace Whoopi, who has "checked out" of her job.
Multiple sources have shared how Sunny is "being groomed to take over as the show's lead moderator".
The transition is even said to be underway, with the "writing on the wall".
A senior show insider has told Rob Shuter's Substack: "The writing's on the wall.
"The network knows The View needs a refresh -- someone younger, more engaged, and more connected to the next generation. Sunny checks every box."
Although the transition hasn't been confirmed, there are some telling signs on the show that seemingly reveal it has begun behind-the-scenes.
When the ladies were chatting about sexless marriages this week, Whoopi shut down the topic by saying: "It's early in the morning," complete with a bone-chilling stare.
According to Rob Shuter's insiders, the viral moment got around the building with it fast becoming a hot topic.
The insider said: "Sunny was steering the conversation. Whoopi looked checked out. That's become the pattern."
It is claimed that although ABC have "affection" for Whoopi and deem her a legend, "legends age out" and ABC is "looking at the future".
With ABC focusing on the future, it is also claimed that Whoopi being phazed out and Sunny being introduced as the leading moderator has begun.
"Smart, stylish, legally trained" Sunny is gradually leading the way for a fresh new The View, it has been hinted, with an executive urging viewers to "watch closely" as it happens in real time.
And fans have spotted how "clocked out" Whoopi has been looking in recent months.
"Whoopi Goldberg on The View is like an aunt at a family gathering -- occasionally wise, mostly just tired of everyone's nonsense," said one viewer on X last month.
"What's with Whoopi? Is she bored?" asked another in November 2024.
Another viewer watching the show last year added: "Whoopi always looks bored when the cohost are talking."
And a fourth penned: "Whoopi looks so bored when the others are speaking. It's not a good attitude."
The popular American talk show was created by broadcast journalist Barbara Walters.
It is currently in its 28th season, and after a recent boost in ratings, one extra show each week now airs every Saturday.
As of January 11, The Weekend View airs on ABC News Live, which is the streaming platform website.
The show is half an hour long and features the show's Friday panel.
The Friday panel usually comprises of moderator Joy Behar, and co-hosts Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro.
Controversial panelist Whoopi, who has now "checked out" of her role is not on the show because she doesn't work on Fridays.
Whoopi only appears on The View each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.