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“Where Is Wendy Williams?” Never Should Have Aired, Fans Argue

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Where Is Wendy Williams? has been stirring up controversy for weeks now, and the first part of the documentary has only ramped things up. It premiered on Lifetime yesterday (February 24), and showcases Williams’ erratic behavior, poor treatment of staff, and more. It also arrived just days after it was revealed that the personality had been diagnosed with aphasia and dementia.

So far, the documentary has gotten mixed reactions from fans. While some are intrigued by the icon’s day-to-day life, others think tuning in feels all wrong, especially considering the news of her diagnosis. Viewers are out in full force on social media weighing in on the series, with many arguing that it shouldn’t have aired at all.

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New Wendy Williams Documentary Sparks Concern

This is far from the first time the docuseries raised eyebrows, however. Last week, it was reported that Williams’ guardian Sabrina Morrissey filed a lawsuit in an attempt to block Lifetime from airing it. Additionally, she requested a restraining order. Earlier this month, Williams’ ex Kevin Hunter Sr. also reportedly had some less than positive things to say about it. According to The U.S. Sun, he was shocked to see the trailer, as well as by his son’s involvement in the project.

“Kevin was shocked to see his ex-wife portrayed in such a negative light in the Lifetime trailer. He was also totally blindsided that their son, Kevin Jr, ended up signing onto the project after he initially said he wanted nothing to do with it,” a source told the outlet. Overall, fans agree, with most speculating that the best thing for Williams right now is privacy.

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What do you think of Where Is Wendy Williams? Do you agree that the doc is exploitative, or are social media users overreacting? Share your thoughts in the comments section, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates. Check out some fans’ reactions down below.

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Wendy Williams Thanks Fans For Support Following Dementia Diagnosis

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Wendy Williams has thanked fans for their support after she revealed that she had been diagnosed with dementia and aphasia. “I want to say I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I have received after sharing my diagnosis of Aphasia and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Let me say, wow!  Your response has been overwhelming. The messages shared with me have touched me, reminding me of the power of unity and the need for compassion. I hope that others with FTD may benefit from my story. I want to also thank the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration for their kind words of support and their extraordinary efforts to raise awareness of FTD,” Williams said in a statement.

The news comes after it was revealed that Williams has reportedly been in a treatment facility for “cognitive issues” since April 2023, her family has claimed. Additionally, her family has stated that due to a state-mandated conservatorship, it is difficult for them to see the TV icon. “The people who love her cannot see her. I think the big [question] is: How the hell did we get here?” Williams’ sister Wanda said. It is unclear if the move to a treatment facility is part of the family move to Florida that reportedly occurred sometime last year.

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Guardian Of Wendy Williams Seeks To Prevent Controversial Documentary From Airing

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 21: Wendy Williams attends a private dinner at Fresco By Scotto on February 21, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Meanwhile, per a report from TMZ, the guardian of Williams has filed a lawsuit to block Lifetime from airing their Where Is Wendy Williams? documentary this weekend. Sabrina Morrissey has petitioned a judge for a restraining order. If successful, this could prevent the documentary from airing in a two-part format on Saturday and Sunday. This remains a developing story and we’ll have any updates as and when they emerge.

However, fans are confused as to why a white attorney is Williams’ guardian. This is opposed to a member of Williams’ family. “Wendy has a son, a brother, a father and a sister that is an attorney. How is this happening, why can’t one of them be her guardian? Who’s advising the son, he’s her next of kin, there has to be some rights he has! Smh, I hate seeing this happen to her. Smh,” one person noted. “Her son needs to fight to be made her guardian. How is this woman I’ll and her guardian is letting her drink entire bottles in her bedroom,” added another.

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[WATCH] Wendy Williams Documentary Chronicles Her Comeback Amid Health Struggles

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In a tale of resilience and determination, Wendy Williams, the beloved TV host, has embarked on a remarkable journey to reclaim her life and legacy in the face of daunting health challenges. After being placed under a financial guardianship and enduring the unexpected cancellation of her hit talk show, Williams refused to be defined by adversity.

Opening the doors to her private life like never before, cameras have chronicled Wendy’s comeback journey in a groundbreaking documentary that promises to offer unparalleled access to her struggles and triumphs. Over nearly two years, viewers will witness a candid and raw portrayal of Wendy’s battle against health issues and personal turbulence.

However, what was captured on film was not what anyone expected. In a shocking revelation, Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, conditions that profoundly affect language, communication, behavior, and function. This diagnosis comes after Wendy took a leave from her talk show in 2021 to address her health concerns and underwent extensive medical tests in 2023.

Despite the gravity of her diagnosis, Wendy Williams remains determined to share her story with the world. Her documentary promises an intimate glimpse into her life as she navigates the complexities of her health journey while striving to maintain her iconic status in the entertainment industry.

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Guardian Of Wendy Williams Seeks To Prevent Controversial Documentary From Airing

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Per a report from TMZ, the guardian of Wendy Williams has filed a lawsuit to block Lifetime from airing their Where Is Wendy Williams? documentary this weekend. Sabrina Morrissey has petitioned a judge for a restraining order. If successful, this could prevent the documentary from airing in a two-part format on Saturday and Sunday. This remains a developing story and we’ll have any updates as and when they emerge.

However, fans are confused as to why a white attorney is Williams’ guardian, as opposed to a member of Williams’ family. “Wendy has a son, a brother, a father and a sister that is an attorney. How is this happening, why can’t one of them be her guardian? Who’s advising the son, he’s her next of kin, there has to be some rights he has! Smh, I hate seeing this happen to her. Smh,” one person noted. “Her son needs to fight to be made her guardian. How is this woman I’ll and her guardian is letting her drink entire bottles in her bedroom,” added another.

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Wendy Williams Reportedly In Treatment Facility For “Cognitive Issues”

 
 
 
 
 
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Meanwhile, Williams has reportedly been in a treatment facility for “cognitive issues” since April 2023, her family has claimed. Additionally, her family has stated that due to a state-mandated conservatorship, it is difficult for them to see the TV icon. “The people who love her cannot see her. I think the big [question] is: How the hell did we get here?” Williams’ sister Wanda said. It is unclear if the move to a treatment facility is part of the family move to Florida that reportedly occurred sometime last year.

This comes, as mentioned, amid the impending release of a controversial Lifetime documentary, Where Is Wendy Williams? Airing later this week, Wanda claims the documentary was originally meant to follow Williams’ triumphant return to television. However, things quickly changed course. The documentary is now expected to give a much more sobering look at Williams’ current state.

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Wendy Williams Cries With Blac Chyna, Goes Wigless In Emotional Documentary: Watch

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The Wendy Williams Show wrapping in 2022 marked the end of an era for the New Jersey-born host, but no one quite knew what was next for her at the time. Some suggested we would see a return to radio/podcasting after her hiatus to focus on her health, but now, it’s clear that won’t be happening. Amid her team’s confirmation that Williams is battling aphasia and dementia on Thursday (February 22), a new snippet from her Lifetime documentary reveals the shape the 59-year-old is in as she shares an emotional moment with Blac Chyna.

“I like, recently been changing my life,” the mother of two tells Williams, who’s seen without her wig, in the clip below. “You’ve always been honest with me, and like put me in my place,” Chyna thanked the controversial host for her sometimes harsh demeanour. “In the most motherly, kind way. That’s why I love you so much,” the fitness enthusiast continued, giving Williams her flowers while both women shed tears. “Even when I was going through my darkest times, you never used that against me. That’s how you know the love is genuine, and it’s always going to be there.”

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Blac Chyna Supports Wendy Williams Through Tough Transition Period

 
 
 
 
 
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Chyna – now going by Angela White – promised the mother of one she’ll continue to be an active supporter in her life as she learns how to live with her debilitating diagnosis. “I’m gonna be back and forth from New York, so I’m gonna be coming to see you more,” she added. In response to this, Williams (looking somewhat confused) said, “My real name is Wendy Hunter… He’s got no money.“

Wendy Williams built her empire through shamelessly gossiping about other celebrities. Still, many whom she dissed are keeping the entertainer in their thoughts and prayers as she navigates this tricky phase of life. Read what her team had to say about her recent aphasia and dementia diagnosis’ at the link below, and check back later for more music/pop culture news updates.

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Wendy Williams Is Reportedly Suffering From Aphasia And Dementia

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There’s been a lot of mystery surrounding Wendy Williams amid her fall from grace in recent years. The 59-year-old has largely been out of the spotlight amid long-standing rumours of a health crisis. Today (February 22), her team is speaking out on Williams’ behalf, giving pop culture fanatics long-awaited answers regarding her erratic behaviour and noticeably different appearance. As USA Today reports, a statement confirms that the New Jersey native is battling several mental conditions as of 2023. “Wendy would not have received confirmation of these diagnoses were it not for the diligence of her current care team, who she chose, and the extraordinary work of the specialists at Weill Cornell Medicine,” reps wrote.

“Receiving a diagnosis has enabled Wendy to receive the medical care she requires,” they further added. “In 2023, after undergoing a battery of medical tests, Wendy was officially diagnosed with primary progressive phasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD).” According to their message, the former is “a condition affecting language and communication abilities,” while the latter is “a progressive disorder impacting behaviour and cognitive functions.” Both have already “presented significant hurdles in Wendy’s life,” likely explaining her departure from the public eye.

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Ahead of Thursday’s news, members of Williams’ family began speaking out on her condition and where their relationships with her stand now. “We’ve all seen the images over the last few months and, really, few years of what has seemed like a spiral for my aunt.” niece Alex Finnie told People. The outlet says the entertainer stays at an undisclosed care facility now, where Williams is able to contact her loved ones, but they’re unable to reach out first.

News of Wendy Williams’ deteriorating condition is sad, but we’ll always have fond memories of the controversial media personality to look back on. She’s been a part of numerous industry beefs throughout her career, including several with our favourite rappers. Look back on some of those at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Wendy Williams in Facility to Assist Cognitive Issues

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‘Where Is Wendy Williams?’ New Documentary Trailer From Lifetime Following End of Talk Show

Wendy Williams is currently in a facility to assist with cognitive issues. In an exclusive with PEOPLE, Williams’ family made the reveal.

“I spoke with her yesterday and I speak with her very regularly when she reaches out to me,” said Wendy’s sister, Wanda Finnie. “She is, from what I understand, in a wellness, healing type of environment.”

Wanda also revealed due to a break in communication with Williams’ guardian; the communication is limited. “We cannot reach out to her, but she can reach out to us. And she is in a healing place emotionally. She’s not the person that you see in this film.”

Williams’ niece, Alex Finnie, praised the famed talk show host for “taking control of her narrative” with the Lifetime film releasing that highlights her struggles.

“My aunt has always been such a public person and has been an open book, and we’ve all seen the images over the last few months and really few years of what has been like a spiral for my aunt,” Finnie said.

You can read more about Williams’ condition and interaction with her family here.

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Wendy Williams’ Documentary Reportedly “Blindsided” Ex-Husband Kevin Hunter Sr.

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The two-part documentary Where Is Wendy Williams? is scheduled to air later this month, but not everybody is looking forward to it. According to a new report by The U.S. Sun, Williams’ ex Kevin Hunter Sr. expects it to be exploitative of Williams, who executive produced the tell-all. Reportedly, he also wishes that their son, Kevin Hunter Jr., was never involved.

“Kevin was shocked to see his ex-wife portrayed in such a negative light in the Lifetime trailer. He was also totally blindsided that their son, Kevin Jr, ended up signing onto the project after he initially said he wanted nothing to do with it,” a source told the outlet earlier this week. “Little Kev was repeatedly advised that it was a bad look to be involved in this project and that it was not in his best interest to have his name attached to it.”

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Kevin Hunter Sr. Didn’t Want His Son Involved, Source Alleges

Kevin Sr. reportedly believes that the documentary will tarnish the legacy that Williams has spent so many years building. Unfortunately, he isn’t the only one. Charlamagne Tha God weighed in on the upcoming project on The Breakfast Club earlier this month, claiming that immediately after seeing a trailer for it, he prayed for Williams. In the trailer, she’s seen admitting that she has “no money,” warning viewers that the same could happen to them.

“I don’t understand why they have the cameras in that woman’s face,” Charlamagne said of the documentary. “Why y’all want to document someone’s downfall?” he also wondered. Despite criticism, Where Is Wendy Williams? will premiere on Lifetime in two parts on February 24 and 25. What do you think of Kevin Hunter Sr. allegedly feeling “blindsided” by the upcoming documentary on his ex-wife, Wendy Williams? Do you agree that their son shouldn’t have been involved? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Kevin Hunter Sr. Reportedly “Blindsided” and “Furious” Over Son’s Involvement in Wendy Williams Documentary

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Wendy Williams’ former husband, Kevin Hunter Sr., has reportedly expressed feelings of being blindsided and furious upon learning about his son’s involvement in the upcoming Lifetime docuseries, “Where is Wendy Williams?” Sources close to the situation have revealed Hunter’s disappointment and concern over the portrayal of his ex-wife in the documentary.

According to reports from The Sun, an insider within Wendy Williams’ inner circle shared exclusive insights into Hunter Sr.’s reaction to the documentary. The insider revealed that Kevin Hunter Sr., aged 51, was taken aback and deeply disappointed by the negative portrayal of Wendy Williams in the trailer for the docuseries. Hunter Sr. reportedly felt blindsided by the project, particularly after his son, Kevin Hunter Jr., had initially expressed a desire to have no involvement in it.

The insider further disclosed that Kevin Hunter Sr. had been staunchly against the documentary from the outset, fearing that it would tarnish Wendy Williams’ legacy even further. Wendy Williams, a former TV host, departed from her long-running talk show amidst ongoing health and legal battles in July 2021, marking a significant chapter in her career.

Kevin Hunter Sr., also known as Big Kev, reportedly found the scenes in the documentary trailer depicting Wendy Williams in distressing situations, such as yelling over a bottle of vodka and appearing disoriented in New York City, to be “very sad.” He expressed anger and frustration over what he perceived as the continued exploitation of his ex-wife for entertainment purposes.

Furthermore, Kevin Hunter Sr. expressed regret and sorrow over his son, Kevin Jr.’s, decision to be involved in the project. Despite being advised against it, Kevin Jr. ultimately chose to participate in the documentary, a decision that his father reportedly viewed as detrimental to his best interests.

As the release of the docuseries draws near, the fallout from Wendy Williams’ tumultuous career and personal life continues to unfold, leaving a trail of mixed emotions and unanswered questions about her future in media.

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Kevin Hunter Sr. Net Worth 2024: What Is Wendy Williams’s Ex-Husband Worth?

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Kevin Hunter is known for his multifaceted roles in entertainment production and business. He has established a net worth of $10 million by 2024, as noted by Eric Singer. His career spans various aspects of the entertainment industry and entrepreneurial ventures. It showcases a strategic approach to brand development and talent management. Further, Hunter’s journey from behind-the-scenes work to becoming a key player in business ventures reflects his adaptability, business acumen, and a keen sense for identifying and capitalizing on market trends.

Establishing A Foundation In Entertainment

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NEW YORK, NY – JULY 11: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE)(L-R) Kevin Hunter, wife Wendy Williams and son. Kevin Hunter Jr pose at a celebration for. The Hunter Foundation Charity that helps fund programs for families and youth communities in need of help and guidance at. Planet Hollywood Times Square on July 11, 2017 also in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas/Bruce Glikas/Getty Images)

His work marked Hunter’s initial rise in the entertainment sector as a producer and manager, where he honed his skills in developing content and nurturing talent. His involvement in television production and music management gave him a deep understanding of the industry’s dynamics, enabling him to make impactful decisions to set the stage for his future success. Hunter contributed to notable productions through strategic partnerships and projects, gaining recognition for his ability to blend creative vision with effective business strategies.

Expanding Into Business Ventures

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(L-R) Kevin Hunter, NFL player Lamar Odom, TV personality Khloe Kardashian Odom, and. TV and radio personality Wendy Williams attend the. Casio “Shock the World” event at The Manhattan Center on August 2, 2010 also in New York City.

Recognizing the importance of diversification, Hunter ventured beyond entertainment into various business opportunities, including launching product lines and investing in media-related startups. His entrepreneurial spirit drove him to explore new markets, leveraging his industry knowledge and contacts to build a broad portfolio of investments. These ventures contributed to his net worth and underscored his reputation as a savvy businessman capable of navigating the complexities of multiple industries.

Navigating Challenges & Building A Legacy

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Mary J. Blige, Kevin Hunter and Wendy Williams during Wendy Williams presents. Dons and Diva’s Black Party Hosted by Mary J. Blige – Inside at Crobar also in. New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Moreover, Hunter has faced challenges throughout his career that tested his resilience and adaptability. His ability to navigate personal and professional hurdles while focusing on his business objectives highlights his determination and strategic thinking. As he continues to build his legacy, Hunter’s efforts in philanthropy and mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs reflect his commitment to giving back and sharing the lessons learned from his journey.

Kevin Hunter’s trajectory from entertainment production to becoming a recognized figure in business illustrates the potential for growth and impact when talent is paired with entrepreneurial vision. Overall, Hunter’s story is one of continuous evolution. It is also marked by a commitment to innovation and a legacy of influencing the industries in which he has made his mark.

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