Rosie O’Donnell has set the record straight about her decision to withdraw from “The View’s” tribute to Barbara Walters.
He revealed his absence was a precautionary measure as he might “regret” if he attended. The comedian posted the video in response to fans’ questions about his absence from the tribute.
Other “The View” co-hosts, both past and present, attended the special event, which was hosted in honor of Walters.
The journalist who pioneered the award-winning show died recently at the age of 93. Following his death, tributes from fans and colleagues poured in to highlight the impact he had on their lives and the industry during his lifetime.
Read on to learn more.
‘I’m Worried I’ll Be Upset’
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In a video she shared on Instagram, O’Donnell revealed why she didn’t make an appearance on “The View” tribute to Barbara Walters.
The comedian and longtime talk show host decided to address the issue of his absence after a follower on TikTok noted that he had observed him at a special tribute to Walter, who recently died at the age of 93.
The 60-year-old, who was wearing a black and white sweater and matching black and metal rimmed glasses, began the video by confirming that he had been invited but was “unable to attend.”
“You know, I don’t want to be in a big group of people — I’m worried that I’m going to be upset and, um, don’t want to do that, so, that’s it,” O’Donnell added, further explaining why he pulled out of the rally.
O’Donnell’s soft-spoken tone throughout the clip reveals that her decision not to attend was well thought out.
Fans React to Rosie O’Donnell’s Post
In response to the post, fans shared that they were happy that O’Donnell accepted the invitation, acknowledging the impact she had on “The View” during her time.
They also commented that it was okay for her not to attend Walter’s tribute for the reasons she stated.
One follower wrote, “Everyone mourns in their own way. I don’t blame you for not going. The dead feel us, they know how we feel in our hearts. Xo.”
Another fan wrote, “I understand, Ro…. there is no obligation to do that.”
Another fan wrote, “People are grieving, remembering, etc. in their own way. Go ahead and take it [care] from you!”
Another follower said, “You did what you thought was best for you and your memory of Barbara. Not everything should be made public because you’re a celebrity.”
Rosie O’Donnell’s Tribute To Walters
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Although O’Donnell did not appear on “The View”‘s tribute, she uploaded a special video to her late former colleague shortly after it was announced she had died.
“So sad to hear about the death of Barbara Walters. Even 93, man, who wouldn’t take it? What a long and eventful, and legendary life he had. Talked to every prominent world leader in memory, interviewed everybody, anybody, and I was lucky enough to be in his orbit for years,” the comedian lamented Walters in a video he uploaded to Instagram.
O’Donnell also noted their good times together attending Broadway shows and praised her impact in pioneering new heights for women,
He added, “May [Walters] rest in peace and may everyone remember what barriers she broke for women. He really did, he was the first and will always be remembered.”
Former and Current Co-Hosts of ‘The View’ Pay Tribute to Legendary Journalists
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Past and present co-hosts of “The View” also shared incredible tributes to Walter, praising his impact on their lives.
“If it wasn’t for her, I don’t know where most of us would be,” Whoopi Goldberg said during “The View” tribute.
“He was very anti-sexism and anti-ageism. He went straight to the lion’s jaws,” Joy Behar commented in the same video.
“Barbara Walters will always be known as a trailblazer. His tough questions & welcoming demeanor made him famous and a leader in American journalism,” Meghan McCain noted on Twitter.
Star Jones too tweeted, “I owe Barbara Walters more than I can ever repay. Rest sister…mother…friend…colleague…mentor.”
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