Whoopi and Sara's Surprising Moment on 'The View' Leaves Everyone Talking

Whoopi Goldberg and Sara Haines' Playful Exchange on 'The View'

Whoopi Goldberg and Sara Haines engaged in a playful exchange during an episode of The View, where they lightly slapped each other several times. This occurred during an interview with actors Kate Hudson and Justin Theroux.

Exchange Begins During Guest Interview

The interaction started when Theroux talked about working with Meryl Streep on The Devil Wears Prada 2. His remarks prompted an enthusiastic response from Haines, leading her to tap Goldberg's arm, which escalated into a light-hearted arm-slapping sequence between the two hosts.

The back-and-forth playfulness continued until Theroux intervened, questioning why everyone was slapping each other. Sunny Hostin linked their admiration for Goldberg to Theroux’s view of Streep.

Past Incidents of On-Air Banter

This isn't the first time Goldberg and Haines have joked or had physical interactions on-air. In a previous incident, Haines made a joke that led to a playful slap from Goldberg. They often share such light moments that amuse both themselves and their co-hosts.

Sara Haines joined The View as a guest cohost in 2016 and later became a permanent host. She left the show in 2018 but returned in 2020, continuing to be a prominent figure on the panel. For more details about her tenure on the show, check out this timeline.