IT’S RAVEN’S VIEW! She’s the new host of ‘The View’
‘The View’ Names Raven-Symoné as New Co-Host. Remaining seat likely to be filled permanently before show’s summer break, according to TheWrap has Raven-Symoné has officially joined “The View” as permanent co-host. The former “That’s So Raven” star is now has daily set next to Whoopi Goldberg, Nicolle Wallace and Rosie Perez, whom she’s been guest-hosting with for a while now — 37 times to be exact. “The Disney Company has made another one of my dreams come true! Being a part of ‘The View’ family will be a wonderful growing experience for me,” said Raven-Symoné. “The cast and crew are warm and welcoming and has made the transition into daytime talk easier.”
“I have a lot to learn within this new arena, but being the apprentice of these spectacular women will only make me a better person and talk show host,” she continued. “I want to thank ABC, ABC News and The Disney Company for believing in me and my potential! Let’s have some fun!”
The announcement was first made on Wednesday’s episode. “Raven is smart, funny and genuine. We’ve loved getting to know her, and we’re all thrilled she’ll be part of ‘The View’ every day,” said Executive Producer Bill Wolff. “She brings a fresh perspective on the hot topics of the day, and she’s a lively, welcome addition to our conversations and interviews.”
“Raven- Symoné is a welcome addition to ‘The View,'” added creator and Executive Producer Barbara Walters. “She is happy, amusing and well informed, and has already brought a unique perspective to the program that has resonated with our audience.”
The former child star, who got her start on “The Cosby Show,” has recently appeared on ABC’s “Black-ish” and Fox’s “Empire.”
The hiring now leaves only one chair open. An individual with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap to expect more news before the show exits the airwaves in August.
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