‘The View’ cohost was originally born Caryn Johnson, but wanted a name that ‘sounded more interesting.’ Whoopi Goldberg is ready to shine a light on how she got her stage name. In her new ...

The EGOT was not born Whoopi, but rather Caryn Elaine Johnson. When asked about her name change by The New York Times in 2006, Goldberg replied, “Here’s the thing. When you’re performing on ...