Joy Behar Clarifies Upcoming Absence from ‘The View’

The View co-host, Joy Behar, addressed her upcoming temporary leave from the show on Friday. She clarified that it should not be described as a “hiatus.”

Behar initially announced her plans on Tuesday during the show’s “Behind the Table” podcast. The show’s producer, Brian Teta, mentioned, “This is your last podcast for a little bit, because next week you’re not going to be here.”

On Friday, Behar addressed the rumors about her absence and clarified her plans while promoting her upcoming play.

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Behar stated that her break from the show involves a two-week trip to London. She said, “I’m taking off the next two weeks. They’re calling it a hiatus. It’s not a hiatus. I’m working. I have a planned trip overseas next week to work on my play, ‘My First Ex-Husband,’ in London.”

As the audience applauded, Behar encouraged viewers to visit the official website for her play to learn more about future performances.

“I’ve written a bunch of plays,” she added, mentioning another play she will perform in the Hamptons called “Bonkers in the Boroughs.”

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Behar’s upcoming show is described as an “adaptation of true stories” focusing on romance. As co-host Sara Haines commented, “I love that they’re calling it a hiatus. That’s a break, people, when you stop working.”

Behar asked her co-hosts, “Are you going to miss me?” In response, multiple co-hosts assured her they would, with Haines suggesting Behar text them jokes from afar.

According to the website, “My First Ex-Husband” is “a bold and heartfelt adaptation of true stories by the legendary Joy Behar, comedienne and co-host of ‘The View.’ It explores the messy, hilarious truths of love, sex, and relationships with razor-sharp wit and no filters.”

The show’s rotating cast includes stars from theater, television, and film, adding their unique flair to the tales.