Meredith Vieira: The Queen of Daytime TV with a Dash of Wit

Meredith Vieira: The Queen of Daytime TV with a Dash of Wit When you think of daytime television, one name that pops into mind is Meredith Vieira. She’s the kind of person who makes you feel like you’ve just shared a cup of coffee with a friend—even if you’re just watching her through a screen. But who exactly is Meredith Vieira, and why is she such a big deal? Let’s dive in. A Career That Sparkles Brighter Than a Disco Ball Meredith Vieira’s career started back in the olden days of broadcast journalism (okay, it was the '70s, but still). She worked for CBS, covering serious news stories, and slowly climbed the media ladder. But let’s be honest, the real fun started when she became one of the original co-hosts of The View in 1997. Now, The View was (and still is) known for its lively debates, and Vieira had a way of keeping things classy while also throwing in a zinger here and there. Picture this: a group of women passionately discussing politics, and Meredith casually dropping a joke that makes everyone laugh. That’s talent. After leaving The View, she didn’t just ride off into the sunset. Nope. She became the host of NBC’s Today show and also took over as the host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Not bad for someone who says she just “fell into television.”