Alyssa Farah Griffin shocked fans yesterday when she skipped The View to welcome a beautiful surprise. The 36-year-old daytime talk show host went into labor after years of trying. Now she’s officially a mom to Justin Patrick Griffin Jr.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Baby’s Name and Weight: Justin Patrick Griffin Jr., born Feb 10, weighing 7 lbs and 19.5 inches
- IVF Journey: Took 5 rounds of IVF over 2 years before conceiving with diagnosis of endometriosis
- The View Absence: Aired Feb 10 with Whoopi Goldberg announcing the happy news Feb 11
- Maternity Leave: Guest hosts including Amanda Carpenter and Elisabeth Hasselbeck filling in starting Feb 17
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Alyssa Farah Griffin and her husband Justin Griffin have finally achieved what they dreamed of for years. The The View cohost announced her pregnancy in October 2025, sharing the incredible news after a grueling fertility journey. The couple married in November 2021 and spent two years trying to start a family. Now their baby boy has arrived, bringing joy to their household.
During the IVF process, Alyssa discovered she had endometriosis, a painful condition that made conception even more challenging. “I went undiagnosed my whole life,” she revealed, adding that her supportive husband stood by her through every round of treatment. Their resilience and love have now resulted in their beautiful son.
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Whoopi Goldberg announced the news on Wednesday during the morning show, bringing viewers up to speed on Alyssa’s sudden absence the day before. “The first thing we want to do is congratulate Alyssa and Justin,” Whoopi stated enthusiastically. Baby Justin Patrick Griffin Jr. weighed in at a healthy 7 pounds and 19.5 inches, with both mother and baby doing exceptionally well.
The daytime talk show family erupted in celebration, as Alyssa’s cohost relationships have been well documented on air. She had joked just days earlier that her baby might arrive during Bad Bunny’s halftime show, but he came a day earlier than expected. Both mom and baby are thriving in their first days together.
The View’s Guest Host Lineup During Maternity Leave
| Guest Host | Background |
| Savannah Chrisley | First guest, starting Feb 17 |
| Amanda Carpenter | Political commentator and author |
| Elisabeth Hasselbeck | Former View cohost returning |
| Sheryl Underwood | Veteran TV personality |
“Being a View host is one of the hardest jobs in TV, but it is the most fun job in TV. You want women who have strong POVs but can also talk about a wide range of topics.”
— Alyssa Farah Griffin, The View Cohost
Justin’s Vision for Fatherhood and Family Dreams
Husband Justin Griffin, 37, expressed his excitement about becoming a father. He praised Alyssa’s incredible determination throughout the fertility process, noting her unwavering belief that they would succeed. Justin grew up with a younger brother and views that relationship as a built-in best friend, giving him perspective on being an older sibling.
The couple has dreams of expanding their family further, with Alyssa mentioning they both want two kids. She joked that she will be outnumbered at home with her baby boy and their two male dogs, but feels balanced knowing her female cohost friends will be around. Justin admires his own father and looks forward to modeling fatherhood after the examples he has witnessed.
What Happens Next for The View and Alyssa’s Return?
Alyssa Farah Griffin will take maternity leave for the next several months as The View brings in dynamic guest hosts. Known for her role as a political analyst and former White House spokesperson, she has become an integral part of the morning show’s chemistry. Her cohost Whoopi Goldberg emphasized that both mother and baby are healthy and happy as they begin their new journey together.
The talk show will continue daily at 11 a.m. ET on ABC, with fresh perspectives coming from guest hosts like Whitney Cummings and returning favorite Abby Huntsman. Alyssa’s fans eagerly await her return to the hot topics table, where her insights have earned her respect among viewers. For now, she focuses on her most important role yet: being Justin Patrick Griffin Jr.‘s devoted mother.
Sources
- People Magazine – The View’s Alyssa Farah Griffin and Husband Justin Griffin Welcome Baby Boy, Justin Jr. (Feb 11, 2026)
- ABC The View Official – Daily broadcast announcements and guest host updates (Feb 10-11, 2026)
- Entertainment Weekly – Alyssa Farah Griffin cohost coverage and pregnancy updates (2025-2026)
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