Overview

• On July 9, Griffin said she has cried at work at least six times, concealing her tears so producers wouldn’t notice
• She cited being often the only conservative voice at a five-person table as a major source of stress
• The confession surfaced during a segment on Gen Z anxiety and the ‘bathroom camping’ coping strategy highlighted by a Vice study
• Moderator Whoopi Goldberg declared no job should drive someone to tears and urged colleagues to support Griffin
• Griffin praised executive producer Brian Teta for providing backstage hugs after each breakdown, illustrating the show’s behind-the-scenes support network