“The View,” once a respected daytime talk show, now finds itself mired in controversy following startling accusations from reality TV star Snooki. During an interview on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, Snooki didn’t hold back, naming Joy Behar as the “rudest celebrity” she’s ever encountered. She recounted an uncomfortable experience where Behar allegedly cornered her in a bathroom and questioned her “Italian-ness,” leaving Snooki stunned and responding only with a meek “OK, ma’am.”

This isn’t Snooki’s first clash with Behar or The View. In 2011, she and her friend Jenni “JWoww” Farley released a video mocking Behar and the show. Though Snooki claimed the video was all in fun, the tension between her and The View’s hosts was evident.

These recent allegations have intensified scrutiny on The View, which has been criticized for prioritizing sensationalism over substantive discussion. Many feel the show has strayed from its original mission, instead becoming a platform for personal agendas and political posturing.

The impact of Snooki’s claims could be far-reaching. With Disney reportedly considering pulling back from the channel, this controversy might be the final blow to the show’s already waning reputation. If The View is to survive, it must confront the growing public perception that it has become a toxic environment, both on-screen and off.

As the fallout continues, questions loom about the future of The View and its co-hosts. Will the show manage to recover from this scandal, or is this the beginning of the end for one of television’s most iconic talk shows? Only time will tell if The View can regain the trust and respect it once held, or if it will ultimately succumb to the controversies it has created.