After suffering a series of health setbacks, including a fall and a bout with chicken pox, Walters returned to “The View,” the popular talk show she co-created and co-hosted. However, as time went on, it became evident that her health was deteriorating, and continuing to work was no longer feasible for the 84-year-old icon.

In one poignant moment, as the show came to an end, Walters collapsed into the arms of a stage manager. Concerned about her public image, she reluctantly agreed to see a doctor and returned to the set the following morning, acting as if nothing had happened.

As the date of Walters’ retirement approached, there was a flurry of excitement. ABC dedicated a two-hour primetime special to honor her remarkable career. The network’s news division even renamed their headquarters the Barbara Walters Building. Original co-hosts of “The View,” including Meredith Vieira and Star Jones, returned to celebrate Walters’ final season, which aired in May 2014. The star-studded last episode featured special guests Hillary Clinton, Michael Douglas, and Oprah Winfrey. In her farewell to the audience, Walters expressed her excitement about taking a deep breath and savoring the view from her new vantage point.

However, Walters didn’t fade into obscurity for long. She made occasional appearances as a guest co-host in 2014 and 2015. Eventually, she gracefully settled into retired life, enjoying the fruits of her remarkable achievements.

Barbara Walters passed away at the age of 93, but her legacy as a trailblazing journalist and television icon will always be remembered. Her journey serves as an inspiration to us all, reminding us that with passion, determination, and a touch of grace, we can achieve great things and leave a lasting impact on the world.