Wendy Williams’ son Kevin says she's 'sober' and wants to come home amid dementia treatment

Kevin Hunter Jr, 24, took to social media to say Wendy Williams is disliking the isolation during her treatment and wants to return home
UPDATED DEC 24, 2024
Wendy Williams' son Kevin Hunter Jr said his mother is eager to return home amid dementia and other health concerns (Getty Images)
Wendy Williams' son Kevin Hunter Jr said his mother is eager to return home amid dementia and other health concerns (Getty Images)

MIAMI, FLORIDA: Wendy Williams’ son, Kevin Hunter Jr, has shared an update about his mother’s health, stating she is “sober” and ready to come home as she continues to battle dementia.

Hunter Jr sought assistance to bring her home, while also indicating that he would do everything for her release from the guardianship.

Kevin Hunter Jr shares update on Wendy Williams' health

On Monday, December 23, 'Breakfast Club' radio host Charlamagne Tha God, whose real name is Lenard Larry McKelvey, posted a reel on Instagram featuring Wendy Williams.

She appeared in good spirits, enjoying self-care before attending Hunter Jr’s graduation.

Charlamagne captioned the post, “This makes me feel ancient. Congrats @topfloor_kev for graduating from @fiuinstagram with a degree in Economics.”


 
 
 
 
 
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He continued, “Next stop law school!!! Keep God First, Stay Humble, and Keep Working Young Man!!! We Truly Thank GOD for it ALL!!!” Charlamagne wrote towards the end of the post.

Hunter Jr, 24, commented on the post, expressing gratitude and sharing an update about Williams’ condition. “Thank you fam! Let’s get her home,” he wrote.

In a follow-up comment, he added, “While I’m here quick update on my mom. She’s sober and wants to come home.”

“We’re fighting to make that happen because isolation is killing her faster than anything else,” Hunter Jr further wrote in the comments.

Hunter Jr, 24, commented on Charlamagne’s post, expressing gratitude and sharing an update about Williams’ condition (@cthagod/Instagram)
Kevin Hunter Jr commented on Charlamagne Tha God’s post, expressing gratitude and sharing an update about Wendy Williams’ condition (@cthagod/Instagram)

Wendy Williams celebrates son's graduation with family

Wendy Williams made a rare appearance at her son Kevin Hunter Jr’s graduation ceremony on Thursday, December 19. She was seen using a mobility scooter while traveling to and from the venue.

She was reportedly joined by her 93-year-old father, Thomas Williams Sr, and her sister, Wanda Finnie.

She later joined Hunter Jr and her family for a celebration at Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen in Miami.



 

The event followed amid Williams’ ongoing health challenges.

She was diagnosed with aphasia and dementia in May 2023 and has been under legal guardianship overseeing her health and finances.

Her legal guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, less than a month ago described Williams as “permanently incapacitated” in court filings according to TMZ.

Morrissey also sued Lifetime and A&E Television Networks in February 2024, claiming the documentary 'Where Is Wendy Williams?' exploited her condition.

Following the legal battle her health conditions were revealed. At the time, Williams’ family admitted they had limited contact with her and were unaware of her diagnosis as per People.

Fans react to Wendy Williams' latest video and Kevin Hunter Jr's update

Fans expressed their joy after seeing Wendy Williams looking cheerful in the Instagram video.

“She looks amazing. God is soo good. We are constantly praying for you guys!!!!!! Your mom is a warrior and we are just sooo happy to see her smiling. Congratulations,” one user commented on Instagram.

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Wendy Williams attends the 2019 NYWIFT Muse Awards at the New York Hilton Midtown on December 10, 2019, in New York City (Lars Niki/Getty Images for New York Women in Film & Television) 

Another added, “Thank you for the update we love and miss your mom and wish her well wishes.” A third user wrote, “Congratulations Kev, keep fighting for your Mother.”

Others shared their admiration for Williams’ resilience. “Wendy looks great and she obviously thrives around her family. This is where she needs to be!” one person commented.

Reflecting on the video, another wrote, “This makes me smile so hard, it’s like she snapped out of whatever she was going thru, GOD is not done with her, Blessings to Wendy, Lil Kev (congratulations) and her family.”

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