‘The View’ Cohosts Announce Alyssa Farah Griffin’s Live On-Air Labor
On Tuesday’s live episode of The View, cohosts revealed that Alyssa Farah Griffin had gone into labor unexpectedly. Griffin had participated in the previous day’s show, which focused on the reactions to Bad Bunny’s performance during the Super Bowl halftime show.
Alyssa Farah Griffin’s Live On-Air Labor Announcement
Cohost Whoopi Goldberg shared the joyful news, stating, “Alyssa was right about Bad Bunny’s halftime show putting her into labor.” She humorously noted Griffin’s enthusiasm about the performance, suggesting the baby might make an early appearance. As the cohosts celebrated, Goldberg wished Griffin the best as she awaited the arrival of her baby boy.
Expecting a Baby Boy
- Alyssa Farah Griffin is expecting her first child with husband Justin Griffin.
- She has openly discussed her fertility journey on The View.
- Griffin has undergone in-vitro fertilization treatments due to endometriosis.
The announcement of her pregnancy took place live on-air in October 2025. During that segment, Griffin playfully referenced a previous moment when Goldberg had mistakenly thought she was pregnant before. They both shared a light-hearted moment reminiscing about that encounter.
Celebrating with a Baby Shower
Earlier in February, Griffin celebrated her pregnancy with an on-air baby shower. The studio audience comprised expecting mothers, adding to the festive atmosphere. An ambulance was even on standby for any unforeseen labor occurrences.
Changes to The View Cast
With Griffin now on maternity leave, The View will feature a series of guest cohosts. Upcoming personalities include:
- Savannah Chrisley
- Elisabeth Hasselbeck
- Abby Huntsman
- Amanda Carpenter
- Sheryl Underwood
- Whitney Cummings
Viewers can catch The View weekdays at 11 a.m. ET on ABC, where the cohosts will continue engaging discussions while celebrating life’s significant moments, including Griffin’s joyful transition into motherhood.