As we reported back in July, Sherri Shepherd and Whoopi Goldberg were thought to be the leading contenders to join daytime’s The View.  And while reported contract negotiations delayed Sherri’s official selection,  Whoopi was introduced to fans on Tuesday. 

But according to a new report in USA Today, fans of Shepherd will not have to wait much longer.  As Barbara Walters mentioned on today’s show,  the final host would be announced in just a few days.  Hallelujah!  A source reports to the newspaper that Shepherd, who has filled in many times as a guest host, will indeed be the one shifting to a permanent status.

Once the official announcement is made next Monday (September 10th), a collective sigh of relief will be heard around the country.