Hasselbeck's Return to The View Sparks Fan Backlash

Elisabeth Hasselbeck is returning to The View as a guest host, filling in for Alyssa Farah Griffin, who is on maternity leave. Hasselbeck's previous stint on the show, from 2003 to 2013, was marked by her conservative viewpoints. Her return has stirred significant backlash online, a fact noted by executive producer Brian Teta. He mentioned that certain personalities, like Hasselbeck, Rosie O'Donnell, and Rosie Perez, often generate controversy.

Despite the viewer discontent, co-host Joy Behar believes that the inclusion of diverse perspectives, even those that may be divisive, improves the show's discourse. Hasselbeck, who initially left The View in 2013, later moved to Fox & Friends. While her past appearances and previous guest spots in 2019 and 2020 indicate a pattern, the current fan reaction highlights ongoing debates about differing viewpoints on the long-running talk show.