Sunny Hostin caused an uproar on The View after shocking the audience by calling Elon Musk a “bastard” during a heated discussion. The unexpected outburst left both her co-hosts and viewers stunned, but it was Musk’s response that truly stole the spotlight.
The controversy erupted when the panel was debating Musk’s influence on technology, politics, and free speech. Hostin, visibly frustrated, lashed out, saying, “This bastard is ruining everything!” The audience gasped as her co-hosts attempted to regain control of the conversation.
Musk, never one to back down from criticism, responded in typical fashion. Within minutes, he posted on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Wow, such eloquence. Maybe The View should try using facts instead of insults?” His reaction quickly went viral, with millions of likes and thousands of comments mocking Hostin’s remark.
As clips of the exchange spread online, social media exploded with mixed reactions. Musk’s supporters called Hostin’s attack unprofessional, while her fans defended her frustration. Some critics even speculated that ABC executives might reprimand her for crossing the line.
Despite the backlash, Hostin has not apologized, and The View has yet to issue a formal statement. Meanwhile, Musk’s response only added fuel to the fire, proving once again that he thrives in controversy.
Whether this incident will have lasting consequences for Hostin remains unclear, but one thing is certain—when you take on Elon Musk, expect the internet to have the last word.
