Whoopi Goldberg Escapes Sicily Volcano Eruption Via Private Jet

Whoopi Goldberg has rejoined the panel on The View following a challenging trip to Sicily. She was stranded in the Italian region due to the unexpected eruption of Mount Etna, which caused a complete ground stoppage at local airports. Goldberg recounted her experience on Tuesday's broadcast, explaining the chaos and her unique departure.

She shared that she and others were able to leave because they secured a private plane. The window for departure was extremely limited, lasting only 17 minutes between 11:00 AM and 11:17 AM. Goldberg expressed her concern for other travelers who remained stuck, unable to get home to their children.

Goldberg had been in Sicily for the opening of her stage show, "Whoopi [Monologues]." She recalled the moment the volcano erupted while she was on a plane, initially unaware of the severity of the situation. The pilot informed passengers about Mount Etna's activity, prompting Goldberg's realization of the potential danger and the subsequent travel disruptions.

Her absence from Monday's episode was attributed to the volcanic activity, with a pre-recorded video explaining her predicament. Goldberg promised to share more details about her adventure later in the week. Meanwhile, co-hosts Ana Navarro and Sara Haines also faced travel issues, with Navarro grounded in Miami due to storms and Haines dealing with storm damage on the East Coast.