Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, co-hosts of The View, have found themselves at the center of controversy 

after making remarks about Elon Musk’s four-year-old son, X Æ A-12, commonly referred to as “X.”

Their comments came after Musk brought his young son to the Oval Office for a widely publicized event, 

leading to swift criticism from social media users who accused them of mocking a child on national television.

The Controversial Remarks on The View

During a recent episode of The View, Joy Behar brought up Musk’s visit to the White House, stating, “Yesterday, Elon Musk took his son X to a press conference.” 

She then interrupted herself, seemingly questioning the child’s name. Whoopi Goldberg responded in a sarcastic tone, repeating, “X?” before adding, “I did not name the child, and I don’t want to hear any more mess about our names.”

Their comments quickly sparked outrage, with many perceiving their remarks as ridiculing a young child for something beyond his control—his given name. The backlash intensified when clips of the conversation circulated on social media, leading to calls for accountability.

Social Media Reacts Strongly

Many users on X (formerly Twitter) condemned Goldberg and Behar for their remarks, with some demanding that The View take action against them.

One user expressed their frustration, writing, “Wow. She’s a complete POS! That should be the final straw, The View needs to fire her immediately.”

Another person called out the hypocrisy of mocking a child on live television, stating, “Mocking anyone’s child on TV is unacceptable. She should be ashamed of herself.”

A third user drew comparisons to other public figures’ children facing similar treatment, saying, “There’s a breed of people who relish bullying toddlers! The same happened to Prince Louis! Leave children alone, vile arseholes!”

Others took a more pointed approach, criticizing both Goldberg and Behar for using stage names while mocking a child who does not have that option. “Imagine two people who do not use their real names, right Josephine? Then imagine a Black Caryn, spelled differently but meaning the same! Picking on a child who cannot use a stage name! You two are so ridiculous. How you remain on the air is beyond my understanding!”

Another user echoed this sentiment, saying, “A woman named Whoopi really has no business mocking a kid’s name… just sayin’.”

Musk’s White House Visit with His Son

The incident occurred after Elon Musk brought his son to the Oval Office while signing an executive order targeting government efficiency. The event was a significant moment, as the billionaire tech mogul appeared alongside officials in Washington, D.C., to introduce reforms aimed at streamlining bureaucratic processes.

While the focus of the event should have been on policy changes, much of the online discussion shifted to Musk’s son’s presence—and later, to the backlash against The View co-hosts for their commentary.

Ongoing Debate on Public Figures and Their Children

This controversy reignites a longstanding debate about whether children of public figures should be fair game for media scrutiny. While celebrities and influential figures are often criticized for their choices and actions, their children are generally considered off-limits for public ridicule.

Goldberg and Behar’s remarks have led many to question whether The View crossed a line by drawing attention to a child’s name in a mocking manner. Critics argue that regardless of Musk’s polarizing reputation, his son should not be subjected to public ridicule.

Conclusion

As the backlash continues, neither Whoopi Goldberg nor Joy Behar has publicly addressed the controversy. However, the growing criticism on social media suggests that many viewers believe the remarks were inappropriate and unfairly targeted a child.

With The View often being at the center of contentious debates, this latest incident adds to the show’s history of controversial discussions—raising the question of whether public pressure will force an apology or lead to further scrutiny of the hosts’ on-air commentary.

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