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Whoopi Goldberg Shames Baltimore Rioters, Nicolle Wallace Uses White House Experience in "Madam President," Ryan Phillippe on "Secrets and Lies" Finale and the Legendary Chita Rivera on "The View"

By Marisa Dabney
Apr 28th, 2015

Co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg, Rosie Perez, Nicolle Wallace and guest co-hosts Padma Lakshmiand Cristela Alonzo discuss Hot Topics Baltimore riots and Nicolle Wallace's new novel "Madam President."

Whoopi Goldberg Says "Shame on You" to Baltimore Rioters
Over 200 arrests were made and buildings damaged during riots in Baltimore following the funeral of Freddie Grey, who died after being seriously injured while in police custody.  "The View" co-hosts feel the rioters actions negate the peaceful protests that strived to bring about change in Baltimore.

Whoopi Goldberg Says "Shame on You" to Baltimore Rioters|Hot Topic: Baltimore in Crisis|Over 200 arrests were made and buildings damaged during riots in Baltimore following the funeral of Freddie Grey, who died after being seriously injured while in police custody. "The View" co-hosts feel the rioters actions negate the peaceful protests that strived to bring about change in Baltimore. Watch "The View" WEEKDAYS at 11e|10c|p.

"The View" Guest Co-host Cristela Alonzo Turned down Audition for Adam Sandler's "Ridiculous Six"
Native American extras on set of Adam Sandler's "Ridiculous Six" walked off due to offensive material and after being told they were overly sensitive by a producer. Cristela Alonso admits she read the script in preparation for an audition for this film but found it offensive and did not audition. 

"The View" Guest Co-host Cristela Alonzo Turned down Audition for Adam Sandler's "Ridiculous Six"|Hot Topic: Adam Sandler in Hot Water|Native American extras on set of Adam Sandler's "Ridiculous Six" walked off due to offensive material and after being told they were overly sensitive by a producer. Cristela Alonzo admits she read the script in preparation for an audition for this film but found it offensive and did not audition. Watch "The View" WEEKDAYS at 11e|10c|p.

Nicolle Wallace's New Novel "Madam President": How Real Life White House Experience Influenced Book
Nicolle Wallace explains why she wrote her new novel "Madam President" and how she incorporated her experience working in The White House. She also explains why she made the President a woman.

Nicolle Wallace's New Novel "Madam President": How Real Life White House Experience Influenced Book|Nicolle Wallace discusses her new novel "Madam President."|Nicolle Wallace explains why she wrote new novel "Madam President" and how she incorporated her experience working in The White House. She also explains why she made the President a woman. Watch "The View" WEEKDAYS at 11e|10c|p.

RELATED NEWS: Read Excerpt from Nicolle Wallace's New Book "Madam President">>

Ryan Phillippe on "The View": Actor Says "Secrets and Lies" Finale is Devastating
Actor Ryan Phillippe tells "The View" co-hosts about his role in "Secrets and Lies" and the devastating finale. He also tells them how his son's response to the show surprised him.

Ryan Phillippe on "The View": Says "Secrets and Lies" Finale is Devastating|Ryan Phillippe star of ABC's "Secrets and Lies."|Actor Ryan Phillippe tells "The View" co-hosts about his role in the ABC drama "Secrets and Lies" and the devastating finale. He also tells them how his son's response to the show surprised him.

RELATED VIDEO: KaDee Strickland Reveals She Does Not Know Ending of "Secrets and Lies" >>

"The View" Legends: Chita Rivera
Chita Rivera started on Broadway at 17, originating roles in shows like "West Side Story," and is still there today at age 82, starring in "The Visit." She believes there is always something to learn from Broadway and that is why she keeps coming back.

"The View" Legends: Chita Rivera|Iconic actress, singer and dancer Chita Rivera.|Chita Rivera started on Broadway at age 17 originating roles in productions such as "West Side Story" and is still on Broadway today at age 82 starring in "The Visit." She believes there is always something to learn from Broadway and that is why she keeps coming back.

Tickets and tour info at Cristelaalonzo.com. Upcoming show dates are below:

Ft. Lauderdale Improv - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Thu 5/7 - Sun 5/10
Aladdin Theater - Portland, OR - Fri 5/15
Brava Theater - San Francisco, CA - Sat 5/30
Neptune Theater - Seattle, WA - Sat 5/16
Brava Theater - San Francisco, CA - Sat 5/30

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The ViewNews & BlogsRecapsWhoopi Goldberg Shames Baltimore Rioters, Nicolle Wallace Uses White House Experience in "Madam President," Ryan Phillippe on "Secrets and Lies" Finale and the Legendary Chita Rivera on "The View"