Wendy Williams seen smiling in rare outing amid dementia claims

Wendy Williams was spotted in Florida, smiling during a rare outing after claims of "permanent incapacitation."


Pop Culture & Art December 16, 2024
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Wendy Williams made a rare public appearance in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, amid ongoing concerns about her health. The retired TV personality, 60, was seen smiling in the back seat of an SUV as she picked up an order from Sho’nuff Oysters, according to a video shared on Instagram by blogger Antoine Edwards.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Antoine Edwards (@toinethedon)

 

Dressed in an army green jacket, accessorized with bracelets and a large ring, Williams looked dolled up for the outing. She wore red lipstick and light brown hair with bangs, accompanied by her nephew, Travis Finnie.

This sighting follows claims from her legal guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, who recently filed a court document alleging Williams suffers from early-onset dementia, resulting in cognitive impairment and permanent incapacitation.

The filing supported Morrissey’s lawsuit against A+E Networks, alleging they exploited Williams in their Lifetime documentary, Where Is Wendy Williams?. The docuseries, which explored her struggles with addiction and financial hardships, went forward despite Morrissey’s attempts to halt its release.

Williams has reportedly been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, conditions that cause memory loss and behavioral changes.

Fans have expressed concern for the former talk show host, who has largely remained out of the public eye since the conclusion of The Wendy Williams Show. This recent sighting offers a glimpse into her current state, though questions about her health and future remain unanswered.

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