In a bombshell moment that's set social media ablaze, Whoopi Goldberg dropped a truth bomb on The View that's dividing audiences nationwide.
The EGOT-winning icon didn't hold back during Wednesday's explosive discussion about the newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents, making a controversial claim that's already trending across platforms: women share responsibility in the scandal too.
"We're all complicit," Goldberg declared as the panel dissected how powerful figures protected each other before the files went public. "They shielded each other, and we were part of it."
The View's panel during the heated Epstein discussion. ABC
When co-host Sara Haines challenged with "How?" Goldberg fired back: "Women failed to speak out. They didn't defend each other or call out the abuse when they saw it."
Sunny Hostin immediately pointed to Ghislaine Maxwell - Epstein's convicted accomplice now serving 20 years - as prime evidence supporting Goldberg's argument.
The tension escalated when Joy Behar pressed: "What do you mean by 'we'?"
"I mean women," Goldberg clarified, her voice rising with conviction. "For generations, men believed mistreating women was acceptable, and we see it normalized everywhere. This won't change until women unite and declare 'enough!'"
The panel acknowledged women like Melinda Gates who are fighting for Epstein's victims, but Goldberg doubled down: "Everyone must own responsibility. Understanding the trauma these girls endured is how we start caring. Awareness is everything."
The View hosts in deep discussion. Jeff Lipsky/ABC
The conversation shifted to other names in the documents, including Jon Stewart, who addressed his inclusion on The Daily Show. "Yes, I'm in the files," he confirmed, referencing an email where Epstein and producer Barry Josephson suggested him for a Woody Allen project.
Joy Behar listening intently. ABC/JEFF LIPSKY
Earlier in the show, Goldberg and Behar tackled rumors about their own names appearing in Epstein-related lists. After Behar mentioned claims about "you and I" being included, Goldberg quipped to viewers: "Yes, we're on it," before adding with a laugh, "Just kidding! Critics put us there."
Viral Reaction: Goldberg's comments have exploded online, with #WhoopiEpstein trending on Twitter. Supporters praise her for challenging collective responsibility, while critics accuse her of victim-blaming. The debate continues to rage across social media platforms.
