HBO host Bill Maher criticized the co-hosts of ABC’s “The View” during a recent episode of his “Club Random” podcast, saying they are not currently the best representatives for women. The comments were made in conversation with actress and talk show host Drew Barrymore.
“And I like everyone, but I don’t know if they’re really at this moment the best advertisement for women,” Maher told Barrymore. The discussion began when Barrymore invited Maher to visit New York City and appear on her show. In response, Maher referenced his friendships with several members of “The View,” while expressing reservations about their approach.
“I’m friendly with some of the ladies on ‘The View’ and I love them but, like, that show’s a lot,” Maher said.
Barrymore mentioned that Joy Behar, one of the co-hosts from “The View,” had recently appeared on her program. Maher replied, “I love Joy.” He continued by clarifying that although he likes everyone on the ABC talk show personally, he does not always agree with their commentary.
“They say some things that are just like, not helpful, say to elections.”
Maher’s remarks have drawn attention as he is known to be acquainted with Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar from “The View.” His statements come amid ongoing debates about political discourse on daytime television programs.
