Monday's edition of "The View" is likely to make headlines. The ABC chatfest will mark the 50th anniversary of the ABC soap "General Hospital" with Emmy-winner Anthony Geary.

That's a noteworthy milestone, but the bigger news: Barbara Walters can talk about reports that she will retire next year. "The View" airs at 11 a.m. weekdays on WFTV-Channel 9.

Walters, 83, plans to retire in May 2014, Reuters has reported, citing a source. But what does Walters have to say? I'm kind of surprised she didn't spring the news herself and instead left that to "a source familiar with her plans" who was quoted in the Reuters story.

Oh, well, maybe she wants big ratings today for "The View."

Monday's show also features Noel and Amanda Biderman of the website Ashley Madison.

The guest lineup for the rest of the week:

Tuesday: Guest co-host Brooke Shields of "Army Wives"; actress Debbie Reynolds, who is promoting "Unsinkable: A Memoir"; and Kendra Wilkinson, who can explain her bratty behavior on ABC's "Splash."

Wednesday: Sarah Chalke, who will promote the ABC sitcom "How to Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life)." The show premieres that night. New Kids on the Block will perform.

Thursday: Chandra Wilson promotes "Grey's Anatomy" on ABC that night; Aziz Ansari promotes "Parks and Recreation" on NBC that night.

Friday: Chef Bobby Flay is guest co-host. Bridget Moynihan promotes "Blue Bloods" on CBS that night. Former college football players Brian Banks and Justin Brooks discuss being exonerated from rape convictions. Lori Klein, Barbara Walters' makeup artist, gives tips to the audience. 

There's a whole lotta promoting going on this week.