In a recent revelation, it has been reported that Joy Behar chose not to be part of the “Jersey Shore” cast’s latest appearance on “The View.” The reason behind this decision stems from Behar’s longstanding issues with Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi. This alleged refusal to participate has sparked a new wave of tension between the two celebrities. Let’s delve into the history behind their strained relationship.
Uncomfortable Encounters and a Bathroom Showdown
During their last couple of appearances on “The View,” things evidently became awkward between Behar and the “Jersey Shore” cast. This discomfort was apparently the main catalyst behind Behar’s decision to opt out of the interview. Joey Camasta, Polizzi’s makeup artist and co-host of the “It’s Happening” podcast, revealed that Behar remained hidden throughout the segment. Camasta, who was present during the interview, claimed that Behar “didn’t want to be involved” due to the tension between her and the cast.
Polizzi herself confirmed the ongoing tension between her and Behar during an episode of the talk show “Watch What Happens Live.” When asked about her worst celebrity encounter, the reality TV star didn’t hesitate to mention Behar’s name, calling her the “rudest celebrity” she has encountered in her 14 years of fame. Polizzi recounted an incident where Behar allegedly cornered her in the bathroom and told her, “You’re not Italian!”
A History of Controversial Remarks
The strained relationship between Behar and the “Jersey Shore” cast dates back to a 2010 episode of “The View.” During that episode, Behar admitted to telling a cast member that they are “not even Italian.” However, she never disclosed who specifically she was referring to. Behar didn’t stop there. She also referred to the cast as “stupid” and stated that people were “laughing at them, not with them.” Behar’s personal connection to the cast’s behavior was revealed when she shared that she had been picked on by similar kids during her own upbringing.
In response to Behar’s rant, Polizzi took to the internet and made an eight-minute viral video mocking the talk show host in 2011. In the video, Polizzi impersonated Behar and expressed her dislike for her former high school bullies, who she believed resembled the “Jersey Shore” cast. However, Polizzi later expressed remorse for the video during an appearance on the “Wendy Williams Show” and offered an apology to Behar. Behar, in a later interview, admitted that she found the parody amusing and accepted the apology.
Continuing Friction and Behar’s Absence
Despite the apology and acceptance, it seems that the tension between Behar and Polizzi has not dissipated entirely. The recent refusal by Behar to participate in the “Jersey Shore” segment on “The View” only serves to highlight the ongoing friction between the two. However, it is important to note that representatives for “The View” and Behar denied the claims made by Joey Camasta regarding Behar’s absence, stating that it was a production decision to have only three co-hosts sit with the cast.
The strained relationship between Joy Behar and Nicole Polizzi has been a topic of interest for years. The recent refusal by Behar to be part of the “Jersey Shore” segment on “The View” has reignited the tension between them. While apologies and acceptance have been expressed in the past, it appears that there is still some lingering animosity. Only time will tell if these two individuals can reconcile their differences and move forward.