Tributes poured in for Barbara Walters after her loss of life on the age of 93, together with from her former co-hosts on The View. The late information anchor and host made tv historical past in 1997 when she launched the daytime collection on ABC, marking the first-ever speak present with an all-female forged. Barbara served as co-host on the panel-style present from its inception by to her retirement in 2014, sharing the spherical desk with many others over the many years.
Her passing was confirmed by her former employer, ABC News, on-line and on-air in addition to in an announcement from her rep. “Barbara passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones. She lived her life with no regrets. She was a trailblazer not only for female journalists, but for all women,” they stated in assertion to HollywoodLife.
Following her loss of life, lots of those that shared the stage with Barbara on The View — together with those that hosted effectively after her retirement — took to social media to pay tribute.
Rosie O’Donnell
Rosie O’Donnell is maybe probably the most controversial host in The View historical past, producing loads of chatter throughout her preliminary eight month run from 2006 to 2007. The comic, 60, later returned in 2014 for an additional 12 months earlier than as soon as once more departing. Shortly after Barbara’s loss of life, Rosie shared two photographs of herself and Barbara to Instagram, captioning one, “legend #ripbarbara.”
Elisabeth Hasselbeck
Elisabeth Hasselbeck co-hosted the collection from 2003 to 2013 alongside Barbara, memorably bringing a Republican point-of-view to the collection. The Survivor alum, 45, shared a candy video montage of photographs with Barbara through the years set to “God Is In This Story” by Katy Nichole and Big Daddy Weave. “Today, heaven welcomed my mentor and friend. And my TV mom,” she wrote over the video, including extra in a caption.
“I love you Barbara. GOD is in this story. I have few words tonight — and will be ready to honor you tomorrow Dec 31 at 9am EST (10central) on Fox and friends. It will be an honor to be broadcasting about your love and legacy. #thebeststoriesareinheaven,” she wrote, selling her upcoming tribute on FOX News.
Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling was the primary Asian lady to first the collection, becoming a member of in season three again in 1999, and remaining on the ABC present till 2002. The journalist, 49, shared a late ’90s photograph together with her Emmy successful mentor together with one from the final decade to Instagram as she paid tribute to the icon.
“You paved the way for all of us, dear Barbara,” the Somewhere Inside writer wrote. “What an honor it has been to know you and to have been the beneficiary of your titanic spirit and wisdom,” she added.
Sherri Shepherd
Comedian Sherri Shepard acquired her internet hosting begin on The View in 2007, remaining in her seat for seven years earlier than departing in 2014 — the identical 12 months Barbara retired. “Thank you Barbara Walters for giving a shy girl who didn’t like to debate a seven-year chance of a lifetime,” Sherri penned alongside photographs of the 2 on-air collectively through the years through Twitter.
Thank you Barbara Walters for giving a shy woman who didn’t wish to debate a seven-year probability of a lifetime. Thank You for permitting me to search out my voice and inspiring me to fly. My coronary heart hurts, however I’ll all the time love you Lady! ❤️ #BarbaraWalters pic.twitter.com/lzvtRnJiR4
— Sherri Shepherd (@sherrieshepherd) December 31, 2022
“Thank You for allowing me to find my voice and encouraging me to fly. My heart hurts, but I’ll always love you Lady! #BarbaraWalters,” she wrote.
Star Jones
Star Jones, 60, is iconically one of many authentic hosts of the collection from approach again in 1997. The lawyer remained on the ABC speak present for practically a decade, wrapping up her run in 2006. Jones was heartbroken after the loss of life of her former colleague, writing, “I owe Barbara Walters more than I could ever repay. Rest well sister…mother…friend…colleague…mentor,” on Twitter.
I owe Barbara Walters greater than I might ever repay. Rest effectively sister…mom…pal…colleague…mentor.
— Star Jones (@StarJonesEsq) December 31, 2022
Jenny McCarthy
Jenny McCarthy joined the collection for a 12 months from 2013 – 2014. The actress, 50, shared a candy screenshot of Barbara embracing her on-screen as they shared fun alongside a observe in regards to the journalist’s “impact” on her life. “My Dear Barbara, Thank you for your love, guidance, support, nurturing and for making a seat for me at ‘the table’,” Jenny started.
“Your impact on the world is immeasurable. Your impact on me will never be forgotten. You will forever be an icon, in every sense of the word, and a most beloved friend to me. Love you always, Jenny. Rest peacefully. #ripbarbarawalters,” she signed off.
Rosie Perez
Rosie Perez, 58, additionally hosted The View for one season from 2014 – 2015 — becoming a member of the forged proper after Barbara’s retirement. The actress and activist retweeted ABC’s assertion about her passing, including, “An amazing woman. Amazing loss. Shattering the glass ceiling is a huge understatement. She decimated it. Paved the way for so many. I feel very proud/humble to have known her & to have worked with her. Condolences to her loved ones & the entire @TheView family. #RipBarbaraWalters.”
Michelle Collins
Comedian Michelle Collins joined the collection for a 12 months in 2015 – 2016 — and whereas she by no means actively labored with Barbara on the present, she revealed that lunch with the creator was a “rite of passage” earlier than going on-air.
One of the primary rites of passage of changing into a bunch on @TheView was to have lunch with Barbara Walters. Few instances in my life have I been that nervous. She was an absolute trailblazer, class, magnificence, smarts which can be more and more onerous to come back by. I’ll all the time be grateful. RIP
— Michelle Collins (@michcoll) December 31, 2022
“One of the first rites of passage of becoming a host on @TheView was to have lunch with Barbara Walters,” she recalled in her tribute through Twitter. “Few times in my life have I been that nervous. She was an absolute trailblazer, class, elegance, smarts that are increasingly hard to come by. I’ll always be grateful. RIP,” the 41-year-old added.
The one photograph I’ve of Barbara Walters and I collectively backstage at The View. Our energies summed up quiet properly right here. #RIP pic.twitter.com/ShA8l2ibl3
— Michelle Collins (@michcoll) December 31, 2022
Michelle additionally included a second tweet of the one photograph she and Walters have collectively backstage at ABC. “The one photo I have of Barbara Walters and I together backstage at The View. Our energies summed up quite nicely here. #RIP,” she stated.
Sunny Hostin
Sunny Hostin has been an everyday host on The View since 2016, having the chance to be on-air with Barbara throughout a visitor look on the collection after her retirement. The lawyer, 54, remembered Walters as an “extraordinary” lady in her heartrending tribute that included a photograph of the 2 on the set of The View.
“I am in Ghana, Africa and still learned the sad news of my mentor and colleague.
The world has lost a remarkable woman today. I am heartbroken to hear of Barbara’s passing,” Hostin started. “She was an extraordinary, meticulous and no-nonsense journalist with a wicked sense of humor. She shattered countless glass ceilings and did it with grace and humility,” the New York native additionally stated.
“While I’m deeply saddened by this loss and will miss her terribly, I’m forever grateful for the trails she blazed for me and so many others. I’m humbled and honored to carry on her legacy. Rest in Power,” Sunny signed off.
Meghan McCain
Meghan McCain joined the collection effectively after Barbara’s retirement in 2017, remaining on the collection for 4 years till 2021. The daughter of the late John McCain, 38, remembered Barbara as a “household name” and “leader” in journalism on Twitter.
Barbara Walters will all the time be often called a path blazer. Her onerous hitting questions & welcoming demeanor made her a family identify and chief in American journalism.
Her creation of The View is one thing I’ll all the time be appreciative of. Rest in peace you’ll eternally be an icon.— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) December 31, 2022
“Barbara Walters will always be known as a trailblazer. Her hard hitting questions and welcoming demeanor made her a household name and leader in American journalism,” the Phoenix, Arizona native wrote. “Her creation of The View is something I will always be appreciative of. Rest in peace you will forever be an icon,” she added.