View Generations of Women from Broadcast Honor the TV Legend
When Barbara Walters Retired from The View In 2014, a group of female journalists from all over the news industry surprised her with an epic tribute.
The legendary broadcaster who died on Friday at the age of 93, was a trailblazer in the industry — making history as the first female co-host on the Today Show and the first woman to anchor a nightly network news broadcast.
These pioneering achievements made her an icon in women’s broadcasting, which was celebrated on her last appearance. The ViewShe created a talk show for women called ‘Women-Powered Talk Show’ in 1997 for ABC.
It started when co-hosts were involved Whoopi Goldberg, Sherri Shepherd And Jenny McCarthy At the View Table by Oprah WinfreyWalters was shocked when he made an unannounced guest appearance.
Walters was told by Winfrey that she had to be there for your last show to celebrate you. “You have literally been the best thing that has ever happened to me. Like everyone, I want you to know how much you have meant the world to me. It is being the first to open the door, break down barriers and pave the way for us all. That is why I am grateful. Thank you also for your courage to keep going and get up every day.
Winfrey said, “As your embark on the next chapter in your life, I wish that all that you also wished to me at the time.” She also remembered Walters’ support when she retired. “You told me that you wanted to rest. I don’t want you just to relax, I want to give you everything you want.
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That was just the beginning. Not long after that, Winfrey took the mic and dropped the biggest surprise of all — bringing on stage 25 female newscasters from across the industry, all there to wish Walters their best.
The long and varied list of possibilities is endless. parade of newswomen Was Diane Sawyer, Robin Roberts, Lara Spencer, Elizabeth Vargas, Amy Robach, Deborah Roberts, Juju Chang, Katie Couric, Savannah Guthrie, Natalie Morales, Tamron Hall, Maria Shriver, Cynthia McFadden, Meredith Vieira, Kathie Lee Gifford, Hoda Kotb, Jane Pauley, Gayle King, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Gretchen Carlson, Lisa LingDeborah Norvell and Paula Zahn, Connie Chung, Joan Lunden.
Winfrey stated, “Many of these incredible women who have been influenced and we all have been affected by you, so we are here today for you.” Barbara Walters, we proudly stand on your shoulders as we pay tribute to you.
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Walters addressed the group of women standing around her desk with an emotional message.
Walters stated, “This my legacy,” noting the special group she was able to share that day with.These You are my legacy. And I am grateful to you all.”
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The 2014 episode The View Walters’s nickname was farewell to daytime television.
Video messages were another highlight of the episode. Hillary Clinton And Michael DouglasWalters was interviewed by former President George W. Bush. Saturday Night Live star Cheri Oteri doing her impeccable Walters impersonation.
Walters joked that “I might be available for supermarket auctions and charity auctions,” at the hour’s end.
Since her departure, The View Walters has received well-wishes every now and again, especially on her birthday (September 25, 2008).
“Our mentor, our queen,” longtime co-host Joy BeharLast year, he was 80. Barbara, we wish you all the best. I’m sure you are watching. Your idea will continue to flourish, as you can see.
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Many of Walters’ co-hosts on the show have been since Walters’ death. sharing their memories of the TV icon on social media.
“The View Family is very fortunate to have Barbara Walters as a friend, colleague, and creator. We are devastated by her death,” the show’s twitter account posted Friday. “She was a pioneering television figure that broke through many glass ceilings in the industry as a woman, including creating The View In 1997, to promote women’s voices. We are proud and honored to have been part of her legacy. We will always remember her and miss her.”
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