The View’s Whoopi Goldberg panicked when a “security incident” interrupted a live broadcast from Israel.
Whoopi, 67, and the rest of the panel spoke with ABC News chief correspondent Matt Gutman, who reported from near Sderot after the Hamas attack.
When 45-year-old Matt explained that there had been “small arms fire” at his exact location for the past hour and a half, a man in uniform came up to him and told him, “The IDF.” [Israel Defense Forces] issued an immediate warning that everyone must leave. “There is a security incident near us.”
Wearing a black t-shirt and a bulletproof vest, Matt began walking backwards while continuing to speak to the camera while Whoopi ordered, “Do what you gotta do, we’ve got you.”
“We’re fine, we’re going to the car that’s right over there anyway,” he replied, adding, “But can I explain what’s going on?” They had this fight and I just want to show you what’s going on here it’s going…
The View’s Whoopi Goldberg appeared concerned during Tuesday’s episode when a live broadcast in Israel was interrupted due to a “security incident.”
Whoopi and the panel spoke with ABC News chief correspondent Matt Gutman
Matt, 45, was approached by a man in uniform who told him that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) had issued an immediate alert
“These armored jeeps are going to where we heard continuous gunfire and on the other side of the bridge we saw a large number of troops heading in that direction. You can see the ambulances over there.”
As he continued walking and talking, Whoopi told him to “get in a car, Matt.” “Yeah, get in the car,” her co-host Sara Haines added: “Be careful, Matt.”
Whoopi seemed speechless as the programming went back to the studio, saying, “Well, that’s what happens when it’s live and you’re in the middle of the action.” We’re keeping our fingers crossed that he’s safe and that he’s safe will stay.”
Joy Behar, 81, added: “Oh my God.”
Alyssa Farah Griffin, 34, praised the “incredible journalists” reporting from the war zone and told her co-hosts: “We are witnesses to true evil and I… my heart goes out to the people of Israel.” “My heart is praying for a peaceful solution to this problem.”
When the show returned from the first commercial break, Whoopi and her co-hosts spoke to Matt again – who confirmed that he was now safe.
“There’s a pretty significant troop movement here.” We’re fine where we are, but you can hear bangs in the distance. There was heavy gunfire, a helicopter and an attack helicopter were in the air. “Apparently they found something, but we’re safe for now, Whoopi,” Matt explained.
“We’re just outside of Sderot and about a mile in that direction is the border with Gaza, just a little bit to the left of where I am now is the town of Kfar Aza, which has been decimated.” The whole area here, all the towns have been completely destroyed Civilians evacuated. Most of the people there were killed.
“This whole area, all the towns, were completely evacuated of civilians.” Most of the people there were killed.
“The death toll is over 900. Now we understand that the Israeli military has cleared this area, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. “So they believe that Hamas fighters are still there.”
Matt admitted he was “scared” to be there, saying “at this point there is a tremendous amount of trauma, a tremendous amount of anger,” while Whoopi urged him to “stay safe” once again.
Whoopi urged Matt to “get in the car” as he continued speaking to the camera despite the “security incident.”
Alyssa, 34, praised the “incredible journalists” reporting from the war zone
The Sister Act star remained sombre as her co-host Sara Haines shared her thoughts
Sunny Hostin told her co-hosts that “there are losers on both sides” in the ongoing battle.
Joy, 81, appeared speechless and said “Oh my God” as Matt fled
“We are with you and hope for the best for everyone,” the Sister Act star said before taking the show to another commercial break.
Viewers watching at home were also quick to send their congratulations to Matt and share their thoughts online.
“Prayers for Matt Gutman #theView,” one person wrote on Twitter, while another wrote: “Matt please be careful! #theView.”
A third commented: “Matt Gutman is brave. “I wouldn’t be in the firing line of #TheView.”
A fourth added: “This is scary! Matt and crew better stay safe #TheView.”