In a jaw-dropping moment on The View, co-host Sunny Hostin stunned both the audience and her fellow panelists when she openly called billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk a “bastard” during a heated discussion. The unexpected outburst sent shockwaves through the studio, leaving even the notoriously unfiltered Joy Behar momentarily speechless.
However, it was Musk’s reaction—delivered in real-time via social media—that truly left everyone reeling and led to an immediate on-air apology from Behar herself.
The Heated Exchange: What Set Hostin Off?
The conversation began as a routine discussion about Musk’s recent business decisions, including his controversial leadership at X (formerly Twitter), his stance on free speech, and his ongoing battles with government regulators. As the panel debated his influence on tech, politics, and social media, things took a turn when Hostin grew visibly frustrated.
“You know what? Elon Musk is a bastard,” Hostin blurted out, cutting off co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin mid-sentence.
The audience gasped audibly, and the panel fell into an awkward silence. Whoopi Goldberg raised her eyebrows, Sara Haines looked down at her notes, and Joy Behar—who usually loves a dramatic TV moment—was seen muttering under her breath.
Elon Musk’s Response—A Social Media Mic Drop
Within minutes, Musk—who is known for his quick and often sarcastic responses on X—fired back with a tweet that immediately went viral.
@elonmusk: “Sunny, my parents were married before I was born. But given how much money I’ve made, being a ‘bastard’ seems to be working out just fine. 😉”
The tweet racked up millions of views within an hour, with fans and critics alike chiming in. Some praised Musk for his witty comeback, while others criticized him for engaging in yet another public spat.
Joy Behar Steps In—Apology Issued
Realizing the situation was quickly spiraling out of control, Joy Behar—who has had her own share of controversial moments on The View—took it upon herself to address the incident before a commercial break.
“Look, we like to have strong opinions here, but sometimes things come out a little too harsh. So, Elon, if you’re watching, let me just say—Sunny got caught up in the moment. It happens. No hard feelings, right?”
Hostin, however, did not immediately apologize. Instead, she doubled down, stating that Musk’s influence on social media has been harmful and that she had no regrets about speaking her mind.
Audience Reactions: Divided as Always
As expected, social media exploded with reactions, with both Musk’s supporters and The View’s audience weighing in.
Pro-Musk camp:
- “Elon Musk just shut down The View with one tweet. Legendary.” – @TechKing85
- “Sunny Hostin calling someone a bastard on live TV? Real classy.” – @FreeSpeechFan101
- “Behar apologizing for Sunny was the funniest part. Even she knew they messed up.” – @MuskNation
Pro-The View camp:
- “Sunny is right. Musk has made Twitter (X) a nightmare, and someone needed to say it.” – @WokeWarrior
- “Musk always plays the victim. Billionaire tears don’t impress me.” – @Feminist_Fury
- “Why is Joy apologizing? Own it, Sunny!” – @ViewFanatic
Will Musk and Hostin Face Off Again?
Despite the controversy, neither Musk nor Hostin has made any further public statements. However, given Musk’s track record for engaging in online debates, it wouldn’t be surprising if he makes another comment—or even appears on The View to confront Hostin directly.
One thing is certain—this latest media clash has cemented itself as yet another viral moment in the never-ending battle between celebrities, billionaires, and outspoken TV personalities.
In a jaw-dropping moment on The View, co-host Sunny Hostin stunned both the audience and her fellow panelists when she openly called billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk a “bastard” during a heated discussion. The unexpected outburst sent shockwaves through the studio, leaving even the notoriously unfiltered Joy Behar momentarily speechless.
However, it was Musk’s reaction—delivered in real-time via social media—that truly left everyone reeling and led to an immediate on-air apology from Behar herself.
The Heated Exchange: What Set Hostin Off?
The conversation began as a routine discussion about Musk’s recent business decisions, including his controversial leadership at X (formerly Twitter), his stance on free speech, and his ongoing battles with government regulators. As the panel debated his influence on tech, politics, and social media, things took a turn when Hostin grew visibly frustrated.
“You know what? Elon Musk is a bastard,” Hostin blurted out, cutting off co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin mid-sentence.
The audience gasped audibly, and the panel fell into an awkward silence. Whoopi Goldberg raised her eyebrows, Sara Haines looked down at her notes, and Joy Behar—who usually loves a dramatic TV moment—was seen muttering under her breath.
Elon Musk’s Response—A Social Media Mic Drop
Within minutes, Musk—who is known for his quick and often sarcastic responses on X—fired back with a tweet that immediately went viral.
@elonmusk: “Sunny, my parents were married before I was born. But given how much money I’ve made, being a ‘bastard’ seems to be working out just fine. 😉”
The tweet racked up millions of views within an hour, with fans and critics alike chiming in. Some praised Musk for his witty comeback, while others criticized him for engaging in yet another public spat.
Joy Behar Steps In—Apology Issued
Realizing the situation was quickly spiraling out of control, Joy Behar—who has had her own share of controversial moments on The View—took it upon herself to address the incident before a commercial break.
“Look, we like to have strong opinions here, but sometimes things come out a little too harsh. So, Elon, if you’re watching, let me just say—Sunny got caught up in the moment. It happens. No hard feelings, right?”
Hostin, however, did not immediately apologize. Instead, she doubled down, stating that Musk’s influence on social media has been harmful and that she had no regrets about speaking her mind.
Audience Reactions: Divided as Always
As expected, social media exploded with reactions, with both Musk’s supporters and The View’s audience weighing in.
Pro-Musk camp:
- “Elon Musk just shut down The View with one tweet. Legendary.” – @TechKing85
- “Sunny Hostin calling someone a bastard on live TV? Real classy.” – @FreeSpeechFan101
- “Behar apologizing for Sunny was the funniest part. Even she knew they messed up.” – @MuskNation
Pro-The View camp:
- “Sunny is right. Musk has made Twitter (X) a nightmare, and someone needed to say it.” – @WokeWarrior
- “Musk always plays the victim. Billionaire tears don’t impress me.” – @Feminist_Fury
- “Why is Joy apologizing? Own it, Sunny!” – @ViewFanatic
Will Musk and Hostin Face Off Again?
Despite the controversy, neither Musk nor Hostin has made any further public statements. However, given Musk’s track record for engaging in online debates, it wouldn’t be surprising if he makes another comment—or even appears on The View to confront Hostin directly.
One thing is certain—this latest media clash has cemented itself as yet another viral moment in the never-ending battle between celebrities, billionaires, and outspoken TV personalities.
