Mamdani Jokes About Joy Behar’s Salary on ‘The View’

NEW YORK — New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani made headlines Wednesday during his appearance on ABC‘s talk show “The View,” where he humorously suggested host Joy Behar earns more than $1 million.

The moment occurred when Whoopi Goldberg, the show’s moderator, questioned Mamdani about his campaign promises, specifically about a plan to tax individuals making over $1 million a year. With a grin, Mamdani jested, “With an exception for Joy,” eliciting laughter from the audience and his fellow hosts.

However, Goldberg was quick to correct him. “Think again, my friend,” she replied, returning to the serious discussion at hand. Behar could be seen smiling in response to the humorous banter but did not comment on Mamdani’s joke.

The exact amount Behar makes on the show is unclear. In a past interview, former “The View” host Sherri Shepherd claimed that Behar’s salary was around $500,000 when she first joined the program. The show has been a platform for various discussions and debates since its debut.

This episode of “The View” aired at 11 a.m. ET on ABC, showcasing a blend of light-hearted humor and serious political dialogue about the future of New York City.