Whoopi Goldberg made her return to *The View* after taking a day off due to an unexpected illness, discussing her struggles with a nagging cold alongside her co-hosts. While her voice was noticeably scratchy, Whoopi’s trademark humor shone through as she openly shared how the cold was affecting both her energy levels and her ability to participate

in the lively conversations for which the show is known. Her absence the previous day had been addressed by co-host Joy Behar, who clarified that Goldberg was not facing a COVID-19 diagnosis similar to her past illness, alleviating concerns from fans and viewers alike.

During the episode, it became clear that Whoopi was doing her best to keep up with the discussions despite the challenges posed by her cold. Her supportive co-hosts rallied around her, offering encouragement and reminding

her to take care of herself. Notably, Goldberg had been present for part of the previous day’s discussions but had to excuse herself when her symptoms worsened, leaving her co-hosts to fill the audience in on her condition Read more below