Suply Hostin shocked the public when he bluntly called Elon Musk a “bastard” on The View. The incident quickly turned into a lively discussion on social media platforms, attracting the attention of the public and media. Hostin’s unexpected statement left the studio stunned, while Musk’s reaction made the atmosphere more tense.
During the live broadcast, Hostin did not hesitate to make controversial statements when talking about Musk’s decisions related to his companies, especially Twitter (now X). When asked about his opinion, he suddenly blurted out puzzling words, surprising the host and co-hosts. Some of the people in the studio were even heard to catch their breath due to the shock of this bold statement.
Elon Musk, famous for his sharp responses on social media, was quick to react. Instead of showing anger or displeasure right away, he simply gave a wry smile and posted a short but ironic tweet: “Courtesy has always been the strength of some people.” Musk’s reaction attracted millions of interactions in just a few hours, with a bevy of mixed opinions about the X platform.
Joy Behar, one of the show’s hosts who has been at the helm of the company for a long period, immediately apologized for this unexpected incident. She emphasized that the host’s opinion did not reflect the show’s general position and expressed hope that the incident would not go too far. The show’s production committee also issued a press release, stating that the show was committed to maintaining professionalism and respect in the debates.
The incident quickly became a huge controversy on social media. Some listeners said Hostin had overstepped the mark and needed to be held accountable for her speech, while others supported her, saying it was just an emotional outburst in response to Musk’s controversial actions. International media outlets also weighed in, analyzing the impact of this event on the images of Hostin and Musk.
It is not yet clear whether Hostin will make an official apology, but it is evident that this incident will continue to attract attention in the coming days. The question remains: was this just a moment of anger, or does it truly reflect her personal opinion of the tech billionaire?
