Rosie O'Donnell And Kelly Ripa's Long-Standing Feud: A Look Back At The Controversy

Rosie O’Donnell, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, finds herself embroiled in a feud with fellow television host Kelly Ripa, sparked by a controversial incident back in 2006. This ongoing tension has been brought back to the forefront with the release of Ramin Setoodeh's tell-all book, Ladies Who Punch: The Explosive Inside Story of The View. In the book, details emerge about a notorious moment when Clay Aiken, who was co-hosting with Ripa at the time, covered her mouth during an interview. This moment ignited a fierce debate about homophobia, which has lingered unresolved for over a decade.

As the drama unfolded on The View, Rosie openly criticized Ripa’s remarks regarding Aiken’s actions, labeling them as homophobic. Ripa, on the other hand, defended her statement, insisting that her concern was purely about health risks during cold and flu season, especially as a mother of three. The clash escalated, leading to a public feud that neither has managed to fully reconcile despite numerous years passing.

The revelations from Ramin's book delve deeper into Rosie’s perspective, highlighting her belief that Ripa has never wished to resolve their differences. Rosie expresses feelings of disappointment, stating that under normal circumstances, they could have bonded over their shared history with All My Children. Instead, their relationship has soured to the point where they avoid each other in social settings.