Whoopi Goldberg recently expressed her thoughts on the financial challenges faced by many, claiming she can relate to the struggles of Trump voters.
However, her comments raised eyebrows, especially considering her extensive wealth and property holdings.
‘I Work for a Living’
The 69-year-old comedian, known as Caryn Johnson off-screen, told The View audience that she understands what it’s like to face financial hardship.
“I appreciate that people are having a hard time, and me too – I work for a living,” Goldberg said.
She went on to mention that her child is struggling to support their family, highlighting her sense of shared struggle.
However, the timing of her statements seemed off, given Goldberg’s high income of $8 million annually just for hosting The View, along with her wealth from decades in the entertainment industry.
Owning Multiple Luxurious Homes
While Goldberg described herself as a “working person,” her reported net worth and luxury real estate portfolio suggest otherwise.
She owns at least four magnificent properties, including mansions in New Jersey and Upstate New York, a loft in SoHo, and a colonial-style house in Connecticut.
Goldberg also made headlines in 2022 when she sold her Pacific Palisades mansion for $8.8 million, making a $6 million profit.
Despite her vast wealth, she claimed that she and her family face hardships, even mentioning how her great-granddaughter is being supported by family members.
Backlash from Viewers
Goldberg’s comments were met with strong criticism from viewers who felt her remarks were out of touch with reality.
Many pointed to her $45 million net worth, questioning how someone with such a fortune could genuinely empathize with financial struggles.
One viewer even asked, “Doesn’t she help her family then?” while others described her as “tone-deaf.”
Humble Beginnings and Career Success
Goldberg’s rise to fame wasn’t easy.
Growing up in a Manhattan housing project, she worked her way up through a successful stand-up comedy career in the 1980s, which eventually led to breakout roles in films like Ghost and Sister Act.
She later transitioned out of acting, stating that good scripts were no longer available by the time she turned 55.
Despite her successful career, her critics argue that her attitude reflects a wider issue within the political elite, particularly with the Democratic Party, which they accuse of being out of touch with the everyday struggles of average Americans.
A History of Big Property Deals
Goldberg has been open about her real estate dealings.
In 2018, she sold a stunning Pacific Palisades mansion, originally bought for $2.55 million in 1994, for $8.8 million.
The house featured breathtaking ocean views, a curved pool, and multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, highlighting Goldberg’s taste for luxury.
Moving to New Jersey
After selling her Pacific Palisades home, Goldberg relocated to New Jersey, where she purchased a sprawling $3 million estate covering 425 acres.
The property offers a pool, gym, and enough privacy for Goldberg to escape the hustle of New York City, yet still be close enough to commute for her daily work on The View.
Though Goldberg may come from humble beginnings, her wealth and comments on financial struggle continue to stir debate about the divide between the rich and the rest of society.
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