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American talk show that was conceived by broadcast journalist Barbara Walters and television producer Bill Geddie. It has aired on ABC as part of the networks daytime programming block since 11 August 1997. The show broadcasts live from the ABC Broadcast Center in New York City, featuring a multi-generational panel of women as co-hosts, who discuss the days "Hot Topics" ranging from sociopolitical to entertainment news. While the show primarily spotlights conversations between its panelists, it also regularly features interview segments with prominent figures, such as celebrities and politicians. Throughout its run, The View has had a total of 21 co-hosts of varying characteristics and ideologies, with the original panel comprising Walters, broadcast journalist Meredith Vieira, lawyer Star Jones, then-newcomer Debbie Matenopoulos, and comedian Joy Behar. The number of permanent co-hosts featured on the show ranges from four to eight women, with the panel currently consisting of Behar, actress Whoopi Goldberg, Good Morning America Weekend anchor Paula Faris, ABC News correspondent Sara Haines, lawyer Sunny Hostin, and political commentator Meghan McCain. In addition, the show often makes use of male and female guest panelists. Since its inception, The View has won 30 Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Talk Show and Outstanding Talk Show Host. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less