In a turn of events that left viewers agog, Bill Maher, the irreverent host of “Real Time with Bill Maher,” decided to put on a show-stopping performance of his own. The unsuspecting victim? None other than the indomitable Whoopi Goldberg. Maher, known for his acerbic wit and unfiltered commentary, took his boldness to new heights as he dramatically tossed Whoopi Goldberg out of his show, complete with a parting shot advising her to “go get some professional help.”
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