Alex Bruno
If there’s one thing as unpredictable as live television, it’s Whoopi Goldberg’s charismatic spontaneity on “The View.” Combine the two, throw in some 4th of July celebration, an American flag, and a can of Bud Light, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for an unforgettable live-TV spectacle.
The stage was set for a grand celebration of Independence Day on “The View.” The studio was awash with patriotic colors, the audience buzzing with anticipation. The ever-vibrant Whoopi Goldberg decided to honor the holiday with two classic symbols of Americana – an American flag and, to the surprise of many, a frosty can of Bud Light.
Now, given Bud Light’s recent run-ins with less than stellar reviews, this choice was intriguing. But it’s Whoopi, the embodiment of authenticity. Nothing could possibly go wrong, right? Oh, how we miscalculated!
Upon popping open the Bud Light can, Whoopi decided to quench her thirst with a hearty gulp, a patriotic toast to millions watching. However, as the beer met her taste buds, her face crumpled into an expression that was half disbelief, half regret.
“It’s like licking a rusty bumper,” Whoopi declared, her candid verdict eliciting a ripple of laughter across the studio and inevitably, across the nation as the clip quickly went viral.
As if to convince herself that her palate had played a cruel trick, Whoopi braved a second sip. The outcome? An even more dramatic facial expression and a reaffirmed conclusion, “Nope, it’s official. It tastes like someone’s poor life choices.”
Twitter users, YouTubers, Instagrammers, you name it – social media platforms lit up with #WhoopiTastesBudLight, and memes began flooding in. Screenshots of Whoopi’s ‘beer-tasting face’ were plastered on every corner of the internet, joined by hilarious captions and cheeky edits.
The situation became even more amusing when Elon Musk, the tech tycoon known for his Twitter escapades, joined the fun. “Should’ve opted for a Teslaquila, Whoopi!” Musk tweeted, a cheeky nod to Tesla’s own brand of liquor.
Bud Light, amidst its own share of challenges, found itself once again in the social media limelight. However, they took it in their stride, replying to Whoopi’s on-air review with a playful tweet, “We always knew you were more of a wine person, Whoopi. How about a Bud Light Seltzer next time?”
In conclusion, Whoopi Goldberg’s 4th of July celebration with an American flag and a can of Bud Light turned out to be one of the most entertaining live-TV moments this year. While the event provided plenty of laughs, it also served as a reminder that not all toasts go as planned, especially when Bud Light is involved. As for Whoopi, we can’t wait to see what she has in store for next year’s celebrations.
