Wendy Williams spotted at son's graduation ceremony in rare public appearance and the Internet loves it

MIAMI, FLORIDA: Wendy Williams made a rare public appearance to celebrate her son Kevin Hunter Jr’s college graduation.

The former 'Wendy Williams Show' host, 60, attended the ceremony on Thursday, December 19, at Florida International University in Miami.

Wendy Williams attends son Kevin Hunter Jr's  graduation day celebration

Videos and reports shared online showed Wendy Williams surrounded by family during the special occasion.

Hunter Jr, 24, earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Florida International University’s Steven J Green School of International and Public Affairs.

The achievement marked a milestone, as he took extra time to graduate while caring for his mother during her health struggles.

Williams was spotted dressed in a sparkly low-cut dress, black boots, and a prominent “W” necklace, and was seen riding a motorized scooter alongside her family, including her 93-year-old father, Thomas Williams Sr.

Wendy Williams' public appearance despite health struggles

Diagnosed with aphasia and dementia in May 2023, Wendy Williams also faces issues related to Graves' disease, lymphedema, and financial strain.

Her talk show was canceled in June 2022, adding to her difficulties.

Williams’ dementia battle became public in February 2024, shortly before the Lifetime documentary 'Where is Wendy Williams?' aired.

Last month her guardian revealed she "has been afflicted by early-onset dementia and, as a result, has become cognitively impaired and permanently incapacitated," TMZ reported.

Sabrina Morrissey, her court-appointed guardian, alleged in a legal filing that the documentary was filmed and released without a valid contract or her consent.

Morrissey stated that Williams was in a “highly vulnerable” state, making her incapable of providing informed consent.

"I continue to need personal space and peace to thrive," Williams said in a statement to People at the time. "Please just know that your positivity and encouragement are deeply appreciated," she added.

The family, including Kevin Hunter Jr, reportedly learned of her diagnosis only after it was announced publicly.

Internet reacts to Wendy Williams' rare public appearance

Wendy Williams' appearance at the graduation ceremony sparked reactions online, as many heaved a sigh of relief considering she looked better despite health struggles.

“I’m really glad she’s doing better,” one person commented on X. “She looks good,” another wrote.

Fans also celebrated her ability to recognize the cameras capturing her moments. “She can still catch where a camera is filming her too, I love to see it,” one user said.

“I’m tearing up. Wendy Williams, we love you!!!” another added.

Messages of encouragement poured in, with one commenter writing, “Dear Wendy, get well soon.” Another shared, “OMG!!! I’m so glad she’s doing better! She looks amazing."

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