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Rosie O'Donnell: Prefers guest spots over political sparring
26 Jul
Summary
- O'Donnell might return to The View for its 30th anniversary as a guest.
- She cites her on-air argument with Elisabeth Hasselbeck as memorable.
- Joy Behar is named O'Donnell's favorite co-host from The View.
Rosie O'Donnell is considering a return to The View, potentially for the show's 30th anniversary next season. While open to appearing as a guest, she stated a general disinterest in debating politics on television, emphasizing it's not where her talents are best utilized.
Reflecting on her time on the show, O'Donnell humorously recalled her contentious on-air debate with Elisabeth Hasselbeck regarding the Iraq War in 2007. This incident, which occurred on split-screen, remains a vivid memory for her. She noted that the producers may have orchestrated the confrontation.
O'Donnell also shared her fondness for co-host Joy Behar, identifying her as a favorite. She reminisced about their past working together in stand-up comedy for many years, where Behar affectionately called her 'Little One.'
Despite her reservations about political debate television, O'Donnell affirmed her strong sense of patriotism and love for the United States.
