Wendy Williams is facing serious health challenges, and her guardian has provided an update on her condition. According to new legal documents obtained by PEOPLE, Sabrina E. Morrissey, who is responsible for overseeing Wendy’s well-being, says that the former talk show host has become “cognitively impaired, permanently disabled, and legally incapacitated.”
This news comes as part of a larger ongoing legal battle involving Wendy’s guardianship, her health diagnosis, and the recent release of Where Is Wendy Williams?, a documentary about her life and struggles. The documentary, which aired on Lifetime, has raised major concerns from Wendy’s legal team. They claim that the media companies behind the project filmed Wendy without her consent and took advantage of her vulnerable state, especially since she was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and aphasia.
FTD is a progressive condition, meaning it worsens over time and currently has no cure. Wendy’s guardian argues that the documentary team exploited her situation for profit, and they are asking the court to protect her privacy by redacting certain parts of the lawsuit related to her health and personal life.
Wendy’s health has been a topic of concern for some time. She has struggled with Graves’ disease, lymphedema, and alcohol abuse, leading to her placement in a care facility in 2022. In February, Wendy’s medical team revealed that she had been diagnosed with FTD and progressive aphasia, two conditions that significantly affect her cognitive abilities. However, her team also reassured fans that she still maintains her sense of humor and is receiving the necessary care.
Despite her challenges, Wendy shared her gratitude for the love and support she has received, stating that the messages from fans have been overwhelming and heartwarming. She also expressed hope that her story might help others facing similar health battles.
The release of Where Is Wendy Williams? was controversial, with Wendy’s family members stating they were kept in the dark about her diagnosis and condition. Wendy’s sister, Wanda Finnie, said she hadn’t been informed about Wendy’s diagnosis until after she was placed in a facility for treatment. Finnie and other family members have raised concerns about the system in place to care for Wendy and questioned why they weren’t involved in her care.
As for Morrissey, who has control over Wendy’s legal and financial affairs, she hasn’t publicly commented on the family’s allegations. The situation remains complex, with many unanswered questions about Wendy’s health, her guardianship, and how her personal and professional life has been handled behind the scenes.
Wendy has yet to make a public statement about the ongoing legal battles, but she has expressed a desire for peace and privacy, asking for space to focus on her health and well-being as she navigates this challenging chapter in her life.