Joy Behar

Talk show host on 'The View'

Joy Behar - Talk show host on 'The View'
Born

October 7th, 1942
83 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A talk show host, comedian, and television personality, she gained prominence as a co-host on the daytime talk show 'The View'. The program, known for discussing various topics including politics and pop culture, has been influential in daytime television. She also hosted her own show, 'The Joy Behar Show', on HLN, and appeared in various television projects and stand-up performances throughout her career. Behar's comedic style often incorporates social and political commentary.

Co-hosted 'The View' since its inception in 1997

Hosted 'The Joy Behar Show' on HLN

Toured nationally as a stand-up comedian

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