Protest planned in NYC calls for end to Wendy Williams' guardianship
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – Fans are planning a protest in New York City Tuesday morning, calling for the end to Wendy Williams' guardianship.
'Please join us for a peaceful protest in honor of the Queen of Media, Wendy Williams,' a Free Wendy organizer said on Instagram. 'Let's come together and make our voices heard for Wendy!'
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The group plans to meet on West 35th Street outside the Coterie assisted living facility in Hudson Yards, where Williams is reportedly staying.
The star has been in a legal guardianship since 2022, which controls her finances and health, People reported. She was diagnosed with dementia last year.
A slew of Change.org petitions call for Williams' release from guardianship, including one with over 26,000 signatures. A GoFundMe fundraiser has raised nearly $50,000 for Williams' legal efforts.
'Her situation is not just a personal struggle but also an issue that resonates with many who believe in the importance of personal freedom and family ties,' organizers of a Change.org petition wrote.
Emily Rahhal is a digital reporter who has covered New York City since 2023 after reporting in Los Angeles for years. She joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of her work here and follow her on Twitter here.
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