Jenny McCarthy Discusses Barbara Walters' Potential Dementia Signs

Jenny McCarthy recently reflected on her challenging experience as a co-host on 'The View' from 2013 to 2014 during an episode of Maria Menounos' podcast. McCarthy was brought on to infuse the show with pop culture but quickly found herself in a different environment when producers shifted the focus back to politics. A pivotal moment occurred when McCarthy mentioned Katy Perry, to which Barbara Walters, who had just interviewed the singer, replied, 'Who’s Katy Perry?' This incident led McCarthy to suspect that Walters was showing early signs of dementia, although a formal diagnosis was never confirmed. McCarthy described the atmosphere on the show as confrontational, noting that she preferred a more peaceful approach rather than engaging in political debates. Despite her brief tenure, McCarthy's time on 'The View' continues to resonate with her as she now enjoys a different career path alongside her husband, Donnie Wahlberg.