It's not like we didn't know. Whoopi Goldberg was named the new co-host, and in fact moderator, of ABC's The View. I still say it wasn't a sexy choice, but Whoopi is very likeable, and she's not nearly as polarizing as Rosie.

Sherri Shepherd is expected to take the other open slot on the show. I really don't like this choice, but my colleagues who watch the show regularly say it's a great move, even better than the selection of Goldberg. We'll see.

My picks would have been either Roseanne or Kathy Griffin.

Shepherd is expected to fill the vacancy left by Star Jones, who recently confirmed that she had gastric bypass surgery to help her shed all that weight. Nevermind that she now looks like a cancer patient she's so skinny. However, it's not like we didn't know she had the procedure. Next thing, you'll tell me her husband is gay. Shock!