Behind the Scenes with Joy Behar: Exclusive Insights into ‘The View’
ArchiveFirst published February 26, 2025. It may not reflect later developments.
ABC’s The View has long been criticized for its heated debates and politically charged discussions. Some argue that the hosts push personal agendas rather than fostering meaningful dialogue. Despite efforts to engage audiences with controversy, the show’s future remains uncertain as Disney considers divesting from the underperforming network.
Recently, Jersey Shore star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi shared an unexpected encounter with co-host Joy Behar during an interview on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. When asked about her experiences with celebrities, Snooki did not hesitate: “Joy was so mean to me.” Cohen, visibly surprised, asked for clarification, to which Snooki responded, “She cornered me in the bathroom! And said, ‘You’re not Italian!’” Shocked, Cohen asked how she reacted, and Snooki simply replied, “I said, ‘OK, ma’am.’”
Though Snooki didn’t specify when the incident occurred, in 2011, she mocked Behar in a now-deleted video, portraying her as an “Italian wannabe” who disliked the Jersey Shore cast. She later removed the clip, stating people took it too seriously.
