Wendy Williams Dementia: Her Health, Guardianship and Legal Battle

Wendy Williams has severe dementia. She’s permanently incapacitated due to cognitive decline.

Her guardian handles her affairs. Since 2022, a court-ordered guardian oversees her health and finances.

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She has primary aphasia and dementia. Diagnosed in 2023, similar to Bruce Willis condition.

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Her health declined before 2023. Lifetime made a documentary before her dementia diagnosis.

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Guardian claims Lifetime exploited her. Lawsuit says she couldn’t consent to the documentary filming.

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Defendants deny exploitation claims. They argue she agreed before her diagnosis and guardianship.

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Family says she’s in care. Loved ones report she lives in a care facility and contacts them rarely.

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Documentary release led to lawsuits. Guardian sued Lifetime for exploitation; Lifetime countersued.

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Trial may last weeks. Court filings estimate two to four weeks for the case to be heard.

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Fans express concern. The public continues to hope for Wendy’s recovery and well-being.

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