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On March 13, 2026, a brief television moment sparked a candid reflection from Sheryl Underwood about how a single segment helped change the direction of her career. During her stint as a guest co-host on The View, Underwood watched a clip from her 1998 appearance on the game show Make Me Laugh and explained how exposure on a different daytime show put her on the radar for future opportunities. In that conversation she singled out Joy Behar and the return of what many fans call Comedy Corner as a turning point.
The discussion tied a personal anecdote to the broader ecosystem of daytime television, where small segments and peer endorsements often translate into long-term roles. Underwood, who hosted The Talk for 14 of its 15 seasons and was appearing on The View that week, credited a recommendation and a segment appearance from Behar — encouraged by Whoopi Goldberg and former The View co-host Sherri Shepherd — with increasing her visibility in daytime circles.
From a game-show clip to new opportunities
The core of Underwood’s account is straightforward: an early television moment resurfaced and led to downstream opportunities. After producers ran the 1998 Make Me Laugh clip, Underwood recalled that Goldberg and Shepherd urged Behar to spotlight her on Joy Behar’s Comedy Corner. Underwood says the segment featured her performing material with a political slant — she describes it as her doing Republican material at the time — and that the exposure was pivotal in getting noticed for future hosting slots.
Why a short segment matters
Daytime television thrives on personalities and recurring bits: the right clip can introduce a performer to producers, guests, and audiences who might not have seen them before. Underwood argued that her Comedy Corner moment functioned as a kind of informal audition, demonstrating both comedic range and on-camera presence. Colleagues on the panel reacted in real time — applause, playful banter, and a quip about how political humor has shifted in tone over time — underscoring how lighter moments can carry career weight.
Where the shows stand now
The timeline around these programs is relevant to understanding the narrative. The Talk, the CBS panel show where Underwood spent most of her tenure, concluded after Season 15 in December 2026. Meanwhile, Joy Behar revived her Comedy Corner segment in 2026, bringing the feature back into circulation on The View. At the time of Underwood’s remarks, she was guesting on The View for the week; the program continues to air weekdays at 11/10c on ABC, maintaining its role as a prominent platform for daytime discussion and short-form comedy bits.
Notable names and context
The Talk’s final panel included hosts such as Amanda Kloots, Jerry O’Connell, Akbar Gbajabiamila, and Natalie Morales, reflecting a varied post-show lineup. On The View, exchanges between co-hosts — from admiration to light teasing — highlighted how industry relationships can propel careers. Underwood’s story serves as a reminder that mentorship and on-air support from established figures like Behar and Goldberg can make a measurable difference.
Community obituaries and memorial notices
Alongside national entertainment headlines, several community members were remembered in recent obituary notices, each with service information and family survivors. Ms. Katherine Shyanne McClendon Black, age 35, of De Queen, Arkansas, passed away on March 9, 2026, at Hospice of Texarkana. Born November 11, 1990, she was active in pageants, dance instruction, and small business ownership. A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 21, 2026, in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel, with donations suggested to 41 Ministries.
Mr. Howard Delain Killian, age 85, of Texarkana, Arkansas, died March 11, 2026, at Christian Care Center. Born May 7, 1940, he worked as an industrial engineer at AT&T, was a Mason, and served his community. Graveside services are set for 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Dierks Cemetery under the direction of Wilkerson Funeral Home.
Mr. Allen McKay, age 69, of De Queen, passed March 5, 2026. Employed by Pilgrim’s Pride for more than 40 years, his funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel, with cremation to follow. Family visitation occurred the evening prior at the funeral home.
El Sr. Julián González Nungaray, age 74, of De Queen, Arkansas, died March 7, 2026, at Sevier County Medical Center. Born January 16, 1952, in Teúl De González De Ortega, Zacatecas, Mexico, his funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the Monsignor Scott Friend Pastoral Center with burial in Horatio Cemetery.
Robert Lee “Moe” Brizendine, age 68, of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, passed March 9, 2026. Graveside services took place at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Avon Cemetery. Carl R. Vorhease, age 71, died March 6, 2026; a memorial service was held Monday, March 9, 2026, at Horatio First Assembly of God, with visitation on March 12, 2026, at Beulahland Assembly of God. These notices reflect families’ plans and community remembrance during a period of loss.