Jenny McCarthy Reflects on Barbara Walters' Health and Challenges on 'The View'

McCarthy's recent comments suggest Walters may have shown early signs of dementia and shed light on her own struggles with the show's direction.

Jenny McCarthy shared on Maria Menounos' podcast that she suspected Barbara Walters might have early-stage dementia after Walters failed to recognize pop star Katy Perry's name in 2013.
McCarthy noted that Walters, who passed away in 2022, was never officially diagnosed with dementia, though reports of her declining health circulated in her later years.
McCarthy reflected on her brief tenure on 'The View' from 2013 to 2014, revealing that the show shifted from a pop culture focus to political debates shortly after her arrival.
She described the work environment on 'The View' as contentious, citing pressure to engage in conflict and public backlash against her hiring.
Despite the challenges, McCarthy expressed admiration for Walters and acknowledged the privilege of working alongside the trailblazing journalist.