Overview
- The cohost confirmed on Instagram that she had been sick with a stomach virus and hoped to be back on Thursday, which the show then fulfilled.
- Whoopi Goldberg told viewers earlier in the week that Griffin was out sick and sent well-wishes for a quick recovery.
- On Thursday’s broadcast, Griffin said she felt better, urged handwashing, and shared light banter with Joy Behar, who joked, “No Tylenol for you.”
- Griffin is over six months pregnant with a baby boy due in February 2026 after five rounds of IVF following an endometriosis diagnosis.
- Viewers had expressed concern during her absence as the show continued its recent rotation of panelists due to short-term leaves.