Over the weekend the world mourned the loss of legendary journalist Barbara Walters. Known for her interviews with fascinating people, Walters broke through the glass ceiling of the male-dominated industry that was journalism. She passed away at the age of 93 on December 30, 2022. Throughout her career, Walters was recognized for her roles on many programs but two that stand out more than the rest are 20/20 and The View, which she created. Over the weekend, both programs honored the legacy and memory of Barbara Walters with Our Barbara: A Special Edition of 20/20 and The View Honors Barbara Walters.
Barbara Walters was a creator, executive producer, and also co-host of The View. She was a part of the show from its inception in 1997 until she retired in 2014. During her time on The View, she won Daytime Emmy Awards for Best Talk Show in 2003 and Best Talk Show Host in 2009. After her retirement in 2014, she returned as a guest co-host in 2014 and 2015. The View Honors Barbara Walters was shown multiple times on ABC on Sunday, January 1, 2023, throughout the day. It is now on Hulu.
The View Honors Barbara Walters Description
“The View Honors Barbara Walters” celebrates the television icon and creator, executive producer and co-host of “The View.” Homes across the country welcomed the broadcast legend throughout her unparalleled career that spanned six decades. The special reflects on her legendary interviews, unforgettable moments from “The View” and how she inspired generations of women to follow the trail she blazed for them. Walters shares an honest and vulnerable look at her childhood, raising her daughter, family life and the demands of her career. The special celebrates the best of Walters on “The View,” from unexpected moments to her fierce journalistic instincts, and looks back on her emotional final days as co-host, including her last episode where 25 female journalists surprised the woman who led the way. And finally, in her own words Walters says goodbye to the show she created. “The View Honors Barbara Walters” airs on ABC News Live throughout the weekend, including Sunday, Jan. 1, at 8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST, and later today on Hulu.
To watch The View Honors Barbara Walters, navigate on Hulu to The View page and then go to Extras. It is currently the most recent Extra that is being offered on the page. Here are some photos of Barbar Walters from The View through the years:
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