kem ABC Shuts Down The View After Decades, Replacing Iconic Show With Charlie Kirk, Megyn Kelly, and Erika Kirk—Network Insiders Call It the Boldest Move in American Television History 

In a television twist that’s left millions of viewers—and plenty of critics—buzzing, ABC has officially pulled the plug on its long-running daytime staple, The View. After nearly three decades of spirited debate, celebrity interviews, and headline-making showdowns, the network announced with a three-word press release—“It’s done. Finally.”—that the show is over. The replacement? The Charlie Kirk Show, a new program hosted by Erika Kirk and veteran anchor Megyn Kelly, promising less “squawking” and more “saluting.”

Farewell to The View: End of an Era

For 27 years, The View defined daytime TV drama. Five co-hosts, countless hot topics, and more than a few viral moments—America’s “coffee klatch” was a place where presidential politics mixed with pop culture, and where pineapple pizza could spark as much controversy as a Senate hearing.

But after recent on-air drama—including Whoopi Goldberg’s much-discussed “Angel-gate” comment about the late Charlie Kirk—ABC’s executives decided it was time for a change. “It wasn’t even the remark itself,” one executive confessed. “It was the sighing. Whoopi’s sighs were louder than the microphones. Frankly, the nation deserves relief.”

The network reportedly considered reruns of Judge Judy or even static snow before settling on a new, patriotic talk show—one they say “would make Charlie proud and advertisers happy.”

Enter The Charlie Kirk Show: Daytime’s New Patriotic Powerhouse

Debuting this week, The Charlie Kirk Show is already making headlines. Co-hosted by Erika Kirk—widow of the late conservative commentator—and Megyn Kelly, the program promises a blend of conservative commentary, lifestyle advice, and unapologetic patriotism.

The premiere episode set the tone: Erika Kirk stood solemnly beside a six-foot portrait of her late husband, while Megyn Kelly entered in a red power suit that could double as a fire alarm. “Charlie dreamed of a show where people could actually finish a sentence without Joy Behar interrupting,” Erika said, fighting back tears. “And today, that dream is real.”

Megyn Kelly added, “Daytime TV has been too soft, too liberal, and frankly, too screechy. We’re here to restore order. Think of this as The View, but without the cackling—and with better lighting.”

The Format: God, Guns, and Gossip

Each episode follows a strict, patriotic format designed to appeal to middle America—especially those who prefer their casseroles with extra Velveeta and their debates with extra conviction. Regular segments include:

The Kirk Commandments: Erika reads Charlie’s old tweets as if they were scripture, while the audience responds with “Amen” or “Build the Wall.”
Megyn vs. America’s Enemies: Kelly debates prerecorded clips of Democrats, French mayors, or Starbucks baristas who misspell “MAGA.”
Freedom Kitchen: Erika teaches viewers how to prepare casseroles “the way the Founding Fathers intended”—no kale allowed.
Red State Renovations: A home makeover segment where couches are reupholstered in American flag fabric, and decorative Buddha statues are ceremoniously retired.
Patriot Karaoke: Country stars like Jason Aldean and Kid Rock belt out freedom anthems while pyrotechnics shaped like bald eagles erupt behind them.

ABC insiders say holiday specials are already in the works, including “A Very Kirkmas,” where Santa Claus is rebranded as a small business owner challenged by inflation.

Set Design: Less Sofa, More Glory

If The View’s set was a pastel tribute to New York City, The Charlie Kirk Show is pure Americana. The backdrop rotates between Mount Rushmore, NASCAR races, and apple pie cooling on a windowsill. The hosts sit at a desk shaped like the U.S. Constitution, engraved with the Pledge of Allegiance. Every commercial break ends with a CGI bald eagle soaring across the screen, screeching louder than Joy Behar’s laugh.

“Every detail screams patriotism,” said one designer. “Even the teleprompter is mounted inside a hollowed-out AR-15.”

Reactions: From Cheers to Jeers

Conservative America erupted in celebration. Former President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social:

“The View is FINISHED!!! Great news for America. Erika is WONDERFUL. Megyn is TOUGH (sometimes scary, but good). MUCH better than Whoopi & Joy—both terrible, worst ratings ever. Big WIN!!!”

Fox News ran wall-to-wall coverage under the banner: “FROM HENS TO HEROES.”

Liberal voices were less enthusiastic. Senator Elizabeth Warren tweeted, “Replacing The View with The Charlie Kirk Show is like replacing a library with a gun range. Both loud, neither helpful.”
Comedian Trevor Noah joked, “So ABC just went from Whoopi Goldberg sighing at Meghan McCain to Megyn Kelly screaming at a cardboard cutout of Joe Biden. I’m not sure this is progress.”

The Audience: Confused but Patriotic

The live audience, now dubbed “The Kirk Crowd,” kicks off each taping by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance while waving Chick-fil-A sandwiches. “I used to watch The View for the gossip,” admitted one fan, “but honestly, this is way better. Megyn Kelly yelling about pronouns gets my blood pumping. I haven’t felt this alive since Deal or No Deal.”

Another attendee confessed, “I only came because they promised free miniature American flags. But now I think I’m staying for the casseroles.”

Where Are The View’s Hosts Now?

The former hosts aren’t taking their exit quietly. Rumors swirl that Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar are developing a podcast called The Screech Continues, where they’ll “scream directly into microphones for 45 minutes.” Ana Navarro reportedly wept, “Without The View, how will America know what I think about TikTok bans?” Sunny Hostin is said to be considering legal action, claiming, “I had at least three more years of interrupting Megyn Kelly left in me.”

Closing Thoughts: A New Era for Daytime TV

ABC’s decision to replace The View with The Charlie Kirk Show marks a dramatic, distinctly 2025 shift in American television. Gone are the coffee-fueled cackles and viral interruptions. In their place stand Erika Kirk and Megyn Kelly—saluting the flag, debating the issues, and promising viewers that “it’s always 1776 somewhere.”

Will the show succeed? Will America tune in every morning to watch Erika Kirk recite her husband’s tweets and Megyn Kelly face off against a holographic AOC? Time will tell. But if the first episode’s buzz is any indication, viewers are ready for something new—something bold, patriotic, and just a little outrageous.

As ABC’s tagline for the reboot declares:
“No more hens. Just patriotism. It’s done.”