Key Takeaways
- Sunny Hostin’s son, Gabriel, was cited for trespassing.
- Hostin reportedly contacted police after the incident.
- She requested the case be dismissed, citing an honest mistake.
Incident Overview
Sunny Hostin’s son, Gabriel, 24, received a trespassing citation in New York last month after being found jogging along Metro-North tracks. The incident occurred on June 16, near 24 Station Plaza in New Rochelle, where he allegedly ignored posted no trespassing signs.
Hostin’s Response
According to reports, Hostin, a co-host on “The View,” reached out to law enforcement following her son’s citation. Sources indicate she asked officers if they recognized her and mentioned her role on the show. One source noted, “They were just talking to the kid because he was trespassing, but his mother made it an issue.” Hostin reportedly identified herself as “Sunny Hostin, I am on ‘The View.'”
Legal Actions
In a letter to the District Attorney, Hostin requested the dismissal of the case, asserting that Gabriel had no prior criminal history and was simply training in the area. She described him as a 2025 Harvard University graduate and a former Junior Olympian track athlete.
Hostin argued that the no trespassing sign was not visible to her son at the time, as the gate was open. She emphasized that he believed the area was accessible and had no intention of unlawfully entering private property.
Community Impact
In her letter, Hostin expressed concern over the potential consequences of the citation, stating that her son faced unnecessary repercussions for what she deemed an honest mistake. She highlighted his character and achievements, insisting he posed no risk to the community.
Hostin and her husband, orthopedic surgeon Emmanuel Hostin, have two children, Gabriel and their daughter Paloma, 20. They have been married since 1998. Hostin has been a co-host on “The View” since 2016.