How The View's Sunny Hostin "Almost Died" While Filming
- Sunny Hostin, a 56-year-old cohost on The View since 2016, suffered a severe allergic reaction to food brought by former panelist Debbie Matenopoulos on June 20, 2025, during a live food segment.
- The reaction occurred because Hostin has a serious walnut allergy, which was unknown to others and triggered after sampling dishes from Matenopoulos's new cookbook, GREEK.ish, served on June 18, 2025.
- On-Site medical staff quickly intervened, with Nurse Jan administering an EpiPen while Hostin took Benadryl, and the team prevented the incident from worsening amid visible distress and loss of motor skills.
- Hostin shared that she had sent a warning message to her co-host about her severe allergy, and the co-host was shocked upon learning the details. Hostin praised the quick action of the medical team, describing them as excellent under pressure.
- This incident highlights the importance of allergy awareness and preparedness on live television, showing how immediate medical action can save lives and underscoring Hostin's ongoing health challenges.
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