Wendy Williams appears healthy in video shared by talk show host’s friend amid guardianship drama
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A close friend of Wendy Williams has released a video showing the former talk-show host looking well while in the care of her son, Kevin Hunter Jr, and her family, raising questions about the necessity of the court-ordered guardianship.
LaShawn Thomas, a lawyer for Miami Entertainment Law, took to social media to share the video, which depicts Wendy in bed appearing healthy and mentally stable, with her son taking care of her.
The video surfaced amidst a legal battle over Wendy's guardianship and an upcoming documentary about her life.
Wendy Williams' friend shares video amid guardianship controversy
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Sabrina Morrissey, appointed as Wendy's temporary guardian by the court, has been tasked with making decisions about Wendy's health and finances. However, Kevin Jr and Wendy's family have claimed they were excluded from the decision-making process and raised concerns about Wendy's well-being.
Kevin Jr and the rest of Wendy's family claimed they were "iced out" and not allowed a say in court.
"I weighed this decision for a very long time. I have kept silent because I have been threatened with physical and financial harm, but I just couldn't keep silent any longer," LaShawn shared on the Miami Entertainment Law Instagram account.
"While Wendy was in Miami with her son, I would often witness candid moments of their Mother and Son dynamic. I could tell that he loves his mother so much, and as you can see, the feeling was mutual," she continued.
"You can clearly see the difference between Wendy's well-being during her time here in Florida with her son caring for her and her lack thereof in New York under this guardianship."
"These Wendys are not the same. How did her health deteriorate so quickly, and why isn't her only child allowed to be by her side?" LaShawn asked. "She wasn't like that when he cared for him. ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS!"
"I took this video literally 2 weeks before Wendy was court ordered to return to New York to respond to a Guardianship Petition filed by her BANK ... let that sink in," the post continued.
"My mother passed away on October 1, 2022 from complications related to her ALS diagnosis and I feel so blessed and grateful that I was able to spend every second that I could with her before she left this earth. If Wendy's diagnosis is true, now more than ever, her son should be allowed that same grace. He deserves it and most importantly, Wendy deserves it."
The release of the video comes amid an ongoing legal battle over a Lifetime documentary titled 'Where is Wendy Williams?'
The documentary features claims from Wendy's family about her health and the actions of her guardian. Wendy's family alleges that the guardian prevented them from contacting Wendy directly.
LaShawn Thomas's post emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in Wendy's guardianship arrangement. Concerns have been raised about the circumstances surrounding Wendy's health and the decisions being made on her behalf, particularly in light of her son's alleged exclusion from her care.
Wendy Williams' Lifetime documentary reveals pain of divorce
In her new Lifetime documentary, 'Where Is Wendy Williams?' the former talk show host opens up about the end of her 21-year marriage with Kevin Hunter, revealing the toll it took on her mental health.
Williams candidly discusses her feelings toward Hunter after news broke in 2019 that he had fathered a child with another woman. Despite putting on a cold front publicly, Williams privately struggled with the betrayal, as revealed by her family in the documentary.
According to Williams' family, the dissolution of her marriage plunged her into a "dark space". The loss of what she perceived as a strong, loving household deeply affected her emotional well-being, particularly after her son left for college in 2018.
Williams and Hunter's relationship began in 1994 and culminated in marriage three years later. The birth of their son, Kevin Jr, was a significant milestone for Williams, who cherished the idea of a loving family unit.
Despite rumors of Hunter's infidelity, Williams initially stood by him, expressing her love and commitment on her talk show. However, she ultimately confirmed their divorce in April 2019, signaling the end of their marriage.
For Williams, the collapse of her marriage was not just a personal loss but also a public ordeal. Her family suggests that the highly publicized divorce added to her emotional burden, despite her efforts to maintain a positive public image.
The pain of her divorce continues to resonate with Williams, influencing her current demeanor and professional endeavors. While she remains a "lover of love," her family believes that the dissolution of her marriage played a significant role in shaping her current struggles and public persona.
