Joy Behar worried during a live episode of The View for controversy when she called Elon Musk „Bastard “ and visibly shocked both the audience and their co-moderators. The unexpected comment quickly became a trend topic on social media, with viewers expressing a mixture of indignation and curiosity about Musk’s reaction.
Elon Musk, known for his sharp wit and often unpredictable reactions, managed to surprise everyone again. Instead of reacting angrily or defensively, Musk reacted with a calm and relaxed demeanor that amazed the entire studio. His reaction, which many described as mature and ingenious, alleviated the situation, but also directed the spotlight back to Behar.
In view of the violent backlashes and the noticeable tension in the studio, Joy Behar took the opportunity to respond to the comment shortly afterwards. She immediately apologized and admitted that her choice of words was inappropriate and did not correspond to the respectful discourse expected in the program. While some viewers appreciated their quick admission of the mistake, others criticized them for their initial outbreak and questioned the professionalism of their comments.
Since then, the incident has sparked widespread discussions on the Internet, with supporters and critics from Musk and Behar debating the further effects. Some argued that Behar’s comment exceeded a limit, regardless of personal opinions about Musk. Others pointed out that the billionaire had been subjected to much tougher criticism in the past and that his reaction showed the serenity that one would expect from someone in his position.
In the meantime, the producers of The View has not yet given an official opinion on the incident, so it is unclear whether further measures will be taken. As the story unfolds, it has become another chapter in the ongoing saga of Elon Musk’s interactions with public figures and the media. It remains to be seen whether this moment will have a lasting impact on Behar or Musk, but at the moment it has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on the audience of the show.
