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Whoopi's Playful Blunder Sparks Taurasi's Media Comeback

2/28/2025

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Whoopi Goldberg had a lighthearted moment on live television when she mispronounced Diana Taurasi's name as “Tour-ree-see” on The View. In a playful comeback, Taurasi affectionately dubbed her “Whippie.” This appearance was Taurasi's first since retiring from the WNBA, teasing an exciting future in sports media.

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Whoopi Goldberg had a lighthearted moment on live television when she mispronounced Diana Taurasi's name as “Tour-ree-see” on The View. In a playful comeback, Taurasi affectionately dubbed her “Whippie.” This appearance was Taurasi's first since retiring from the WNBA, teasing an exciting future in sports media.