Joy Behar, co-host of ABC's daytime talk show "The View," said Tuesday, May 26, 2026 [1], that she is taking an extended hiatus from the program [1].
Behar is a central figure on the long-running panel, and her absence for several weeks marks a significant shift in the show's daily dynamic. The departure allows the production to integrate guest co-hosts to fill her seat while she pursues professional interests outside of the studio [2].
The host will be traveling to Europe during her break [1]. While some reports indicate she is stepping away to work on a passion project [3], other accounts specify that the hiatus is intended to allow her to perform in a play overseas [4].
Behar will miss multiple episodes during this period [2]. The show has already begun revealing the co-host replacements who will provide commentary, and perspective in her stead [2].
This move comes as Behar continues to balance her role as a primary voice on the network with other artistic endeavors. The specific details of the play or project in Europe have not been fully disclosed by the network, but the hiatus is described as brief [4].
“Joy Behar said Tuesday, May 26, 2026, that she is taking an extended hiatus from the program.”
Behar's temporary departure highlights the flexibility of 'The View's' panel format, which frequently utilizes guest hosts to maintain continuity. By stepping away for a theatrical project in Europe, Behar is diversifying her professional portfolio beyond daytime television, though the brevity of the hiatus suggests no permanent change to the show's permanent lineup.
