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The View

Tuesday, May 12: Sigourney Weaver, Diane Sawyer

The View

ABC News

Tv & Film

4.31.9K Ratings

🗓️ 12 May 2026

⏱️ 38 minutes

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Summary

'The View' co-hosts weigh in after President Trump called himself the “father of fertility” while rolling out a new White House initiative aimed at making childbirth easier, safer, and more affordable in America. Sigourney Weaver joins the show to talk about stepping into the 'Star Wars' universe in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'. The three‑time Oscar nominee also reflects on her legacy across iconic sci‑fi roles that have defined her career. Plus, Diane Sawyer stops by to examine the mystery and legacy of Richard Simmons. She discusses her new special, 'The Mystery of Richard Simmons', exploring his cultural impact, his years out of the public eye, and the questions surrounding the final chapter of his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

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0:00.0

Cash on Delivery.

0:06.0

The Trump administration claims they're helping to create America's next baby boom by making it more affordable and accessible to give birth.

0:15.0

Your zip code should not determine your mortality rate if you're having a baby.

0:18.0

That is going to change.

0:19.0

Will they be able to deliver on their promise?

0:22.6

I became the father of fertility.

0:25.6

Famous last words?

0:28.6

Billy Bob Thornton calls on celebrities to keep their political opinions to themselves.

0:33.6

I don't know anything about politics. I have no idea.

0:36.6

I mean, and the stuff that I believe about it, I don't want to force it down somebody else's throat.

0:41.7

But is this an out-of-character comment for him after the last season of Landman?

0:46.8

Watch TV. What's one of the daytime talk shows?

0:49.7

You know, like the view or something.

0:51.2

Plus, Sigourney Weaver talks about entering the Star Wars universe with the Mandalorian

0:56.0

and Grogu and how they were scene stealers at the Oscars.

1:00.0

Get away from him, you bitch.

1:04.1

Then Diane Sawyer shares how she's unraveling the mystery of beloved loved pop culture sensation Richard Simmons.

1:11.6

Here come Hop Topics with Whoopi, Sarah Haynes, Joy Behar, Anna Navarro, Sonny Hostin, and Alyssa Farah Griffin.

1:25.6

Now let's get things started.

1:28.4

I see this version of me.

1:32.2

Sean, I see what I think.

1:36.7

I'm afraid for you.

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