Whoopi, Sherri Shepherd to join ‘The View’

Los Angeles Times published reports; ABC isn’t commenting for now

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Whoopi Goldberg is reportedly one of the new hosts of "The View." Sherri Shepherd has also been named a new host.

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updated 8:59 p.m. ET July 26, 2007

LOS ANGELES - “The View” is about to get a lot bigger with reports that Whoopi Goldberg and Sherri Shepherd will join the panel.

The Los Angeles Times reports that Whoopi, who had been tipped for months to fill a “View” seat, will join the show’s new season. Many originally expected Goldberg to become an official member following the early departure of Rosie O’Donnell in May.

In not-too-surprising news, Sherri Shepherd, the African-American comedian who has eloquently shared a spot on the show off and on over the last several months, has also been reportedly offered the job.

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The Times says ABC is in final negotiations with the two women who would add more diversity to the all-white panel. The current “View” hosts are Barbara Walters, Joy Behar and Elisabeth Hasselbeck. The new panelists are expected to be announced publicly next week.