Whoopi Goldberg Reveals She’d Leave “The View” if She Had More Money: “I Work for a Living”
Whoopi Goldberg Reveals She’d Leave “The View” if She Had More Money: “I Work for a Living”
Whoopi Goldberg, an Oscar-winning actress and longtime cohost on The View, opened up about her financial perspective on Tuesday’s episode, sharing that, like many Americans, she’s “having a hard time.” On the eve of her 69th birthday, Goldberg admitted that if she had enough money, she’d step away from her role on the popular talk show.
Goldberg on Working to Support Her Family
During a discussion that touched on the challenges facing working Americans, Goldberg made it clear she isn’t exempt from those struggles. "If I had all the money in the world, I would not be here, okay?" she told the studio audience, highlighting the reality that her commitment to The View isn’t just about fame or influence, but financial necessity.
“I appreciate that people are having a hard time. Me, too. I work for a living,” Goldberg stated, connecting her situation to that of countless Americans. She continued, “My kid has to feed her family. My great-granddaughter has to be fed by her family. I know it’s hard out there.”
This candid reflection prompted some to recall former cohost Meghan McCain’s comments on The View about the importance of understanding the financial struggles of the average viewer. McCain once emphasized the disconnect that sometimes exists between those on the panel and the working-class Americans who tune in.
Reflecting on Public Disconnect
Goldberg’s remarks come as she balances a career spanning film, television, and talk show hosting. Since joining The View in 2007, she’s become one of the show’s longest-running panelists, alongside Joy Behar. Her openness about her finances sheds light on her grounded approach to life, despite her success in Hollywood. Goldberg’s words also resonated with the live audience as she described the importance of listening to those who face financial challenges, including members of her own family.
“I love what [Ocasio-Cortez] did,” Goldberg said, referring to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s recent inquiry into voters’ political engagement. “We talk to people all the time who say, ‘This is what’s bothering me.’” She acknowledged the frustrations shared by the public while stressing the importance of addressing economic and social issues in ways that don’t put the majority of Americans in jeopardy.
Goldberg’s Career Outside of “The View”
Beyond her role on The View, Goldberg has continued to pursue acting, appearing in recent TV series like The Stand, Harlem, and reprising her iconic role as Guinan on Star Trek: Picard. Currently, she’s working on Sister Act 3 for Disney+, a project dear to her heart, though she recently revealed that the script needed to be revised following the passing of her co-star Maggie Smith.
Goldberg’s honesty about her financial situation reflects the perspective of someone who, despite success, remains aware of the realities faced by everyday Americans. Her admission shows that even high-profile figures can relate to the struggles of working to support loved ones, reminding viewers that fame doesn’t shield anyone from financial responsibility.
