Whoopi Goldberg Sparks Controversy Over Staten Island Bakery's Alleged Political Snub
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A recent controversy erupted after Whoopi Goldberg claimed that Holtermann’s Bakery, a 145-year-old establishment on Staten Island, refused to fulfill her birthday dessert order due to her political views. On the November 13 episode of “The View,” Goldberg expressed her frustration, stating, “They said that their ovens had gone down… perhaps they did not like my politics.”
Goldberg was celebrating her 69th birthday and had requested Charlotte Russe desserts—her mother’s favorite treat—for the occasion. She insinuated that the refusal was politically motivated, prompting her audience and co-hosts to react with surprise and disbelief. “Charlotte Russe has no political leanings,” she noted, but still implied that her liberal stance may have influenced the bakery’s decision.
However, bakery owner Jill Holtermann has strongly refuted Goldberg’s claims, clarifying that the order was not refused due to politics but rather because of mechanical issues with their aging boilers. Holtermann explained, “I didn’t want to make a commitment that I can’t carry through,” emphasizing her inability to guarantee the order’s completion. She confirmed that an unidentified woman later picked up 50 Charlotte Russe desserts on the morning of November 13, which were made despite the earlier boiler issues.
The bakery has received a surge of support from local customers in light of the accusations. Many voiced their skepticism regarding Goldberg’s comments, with loyal patrons expressing disbelief that the beloved bakery would refuse service based on political beliefs. Holtermann stated that her business focuses on serving the community and maintaining its longstanding reputation.
As the situation unfolded, it became clear that this misunderstanding has sparked a wider discussion about politics intersecting with everyday consumer experiences. Holtermann continues to operate her bakery, serving a menu that not only includes Charlotte Russe but also local favorites like doughnuts and crumb cake, maintaining the tradition of the almost century-old establishment.
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