Whoopi Goldberg and daughter Alex Martin warmly smile in rare appearance at 'The Whoopi Monologues' opening night

Whoopi Goldberg made a rare appearance with her daughter, Alexandrea Martin-Dean, at the opening night of 'The Whoopi Monologues' in New York City on July 13, 2026. The production is a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg's 1984 solo Broadway debut. The original show helped launch her to stardom and showcased her shapeshifting virtuosity as a performer. 'The Whoopi Monologues' is directed by Whitney White. The powerhouse cast bringing these characters to life includes Kerry Washington, Dominique Fishback, Kara Young, Kecia Lewis, Danielle Pinnock, Kai Heath, Denise Manning, and Pavar Snipe.