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Michelle Collins is confirmed as another new co-host on "The View". The comedienne officially joins Raven-Symone as new additions to the all-female panel that currently consists of Whoopi Goldberg and Nicole Wallace.

Before landing permanent spots on the ABC talk show, Collins and Raven-Symone have guest co-hosted the show. While Raven-Symone replaces Rosie O'Donnell who left her post in February, Collins is brought to fill in the vacant spot left by Rosie Perez who confirmed her departure last week.

"These past few months have been the most fun and exciting of my career, and I couldn't be happier to join such an awesome, smart, accomplished and funny group of women," Collins said. "It's been my dream to host a talk show, and the fact that I now get to do just that every day with an amazing, hard-working team of producers, writers, cast and crew is beyond my wildest expectations. Many thanks to the people at ABC for inviting me to be a part of this team, and specifically to the great Barbara Walters and Whoopi Goldberg, whose support has meant the world to me."

"Michelle Collins brings a fantastic energy and a keen sense of humor to the program," creator and executive producer Barbara Walters said in a statement. "Michelle can be both outrageous and thoughtful. She is a welcome addition to The View panel with her intelligence, quick wit and vast knowledge of pop culture."