Joy Behar is a comedian, writer, and television personality best known as a long-time co-host of ABC’s The View. She has been a central voice on the show since its inception, contributing sharp humor and outspoken opinions on politics, culture, and current events. Behar has also hosted her own talk shows and written books blending memoir and comedy. Her background in stand-up comedy and acting informs her distinctive style of commentary. Over the years, she has interviewed major public figures and engaged in national debates, becoming a recognizable figure in American media and political discourse.