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As the lawsuit gained momentum, the atmosphere at ABC shifted dramatically. Executives began to panic; the once untouchable hostesses went silent and sought to connect privately with Levit’s legal team in hopes of reaching a settlement. Whoopi, Joy, and Sunny—each known for comedian bravado in their own right—suddenly appeared as vulnerable and desperate figures facing an unprecedented backlash.
The network’s fear turned palpable as advertising partners reconsidered their deals, calling into question the viability of The View. Internal memos leaked that indicated a recognition of the severity of the crisis and prompted intense back-room discussions that even broached the potential cancellation of the show.