Goldberg's Bakery Dispute Sparks Customer Support

Whoopi Goldberg claimed that Holtermann’s Bakery on Staten Island refused her dessert order due to her political beliefs, sparking controversy. The bakery owner, Jill Holtermann, countered that mechanical issues with their boiler prevented them from accepting the order at that time, emphasizing that the decision was not politically motivated. Despite Goldberg's insinuations, the incident led to increased support for the bakery, with many customers lining up to buy their products and dismissing Goldberg's allegations as unfounded. Goldberg eventually received the desserts, although she did not initially disclose the bakery's name, which was revealed through packaging. The bakery has been operating for 145 years and has a loyal customer base who defended its neutrality in political matters.