With the recent announcement of Rosie Perez joining The View as a co-host, former co-host Sherri Shepherd has revealed she has wanted Perez to join the show for months!
We previously reported about Perez joining the show alongside Nicole Wallace, however, we have recently learned it was only a matter of time before the Pineapple Express actress joined the cast.
"I would love to see a Latina sit at the table," Shepherd told E! Online in regards to finding a replacement for Barbara Walters. "Rosie Perez would be amazing. I always try to put the hit on Rosie."
According to People, Perez recently released a statement where she revealed she is “beyond thrilled, honored, and completely surprised” that she was asked to join the ABC show.
"Knowing that I'll be in the company of Whoopi, Rosie and Nicolle,” she added. “Three very smart and engaging women that I have an immense amount of respect for, makes it even more unbelievable. The opportunity to connect with our nation's audience on a daily basis, icing on the cake! Very happy."
ABC’s The View will return for it’s eighteenth season on Sept. 15.
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