Actor Exits ‘The View’ Mid-Show, Leaving Viewers Speechless

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in June 2023.

Dermot Mulroney Makes a Bold Move

Dermot Mulroney made headlines when he walked off The View to show support for striking writers. On Friday’s episode, the actor shocked both viewers and hosts by standing in solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike.

A Dramatic Exit

Near the end of his interview, Mulroney politely asked if they were heading to a commercial break. He then thanked the hosts — and made his dramatic exit. Despite this surprise, the segment had already covered lighter topics like his Disney+ series Secret Invasion, his long career, family, and work ethic.

Unedited and On Air

Although pre-taped, the episode aired exactly as filmed, including Mulroney’s walk-off. Typically, The View airs live four days a week, with Friday shows pre-recorded.

Spotlight on the WGA Strike

Mulroney’s bold stance has reignited conversations about the WGA strike, now dragging past 50 days. Earlier this week, hundreds of Hollywood union members rallied in Los Angeles to back the striking writers.

Dermot Mulroney starting to walk off the set of "The View", Photo Credit: New York Post/Youtube — Dermot Mulroney starting to walk off the set of “The View”, *Photo Credit:* New York Post/Youtube

How The View Stays On Air

While the strike has shut down many daytime shows, The View keeps running. Most of its staff aren’t union members, and only a couple of its writers are directly affected. The show leans heavily on unscripted moments, from spontaneous banter to occasional on-air stumbles.

Amplifying Writers’ Voices

Mulroney’s high-profile walk-off adds pressure to the industry, amplifying demands for fair pay and reasonable hours. Whether such gestures will speed up negotiations remains unclear.

Using the Platform

Mulroney originally appeared to promote Secret Invasion, which premiered Wednesday on Disney+. Interestingly, Disney, Marvel, and ABC (the network behind The View) are all connected — making his protest on that platform even more striking.

Keeping the Conversation Alive

As the strike drags on, headline-grabbing moments like Mulroney’s remind audiences of the ongoing battle for writers’ rights. His choice to act on a major talk show highlights just how much the WGA strike continues to shape the future of Hollywood.