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Perth Now
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Wendy Williams hopes to 'get back to work in the most magnificent way'
Wendy Williams wants to get back to work "in the most magnificent way". The 61-year-old former chat show host has been embroiled in a battle to end her court-ordered guardianship - which she has been under since 2022 - as she seeks to leave the the Coterie in Hudson Yards living facility, which she has referred to as a "luxury prison". She recently celebrated her 61st birthday, and told Page Six that she has an "obvious" wish in mind. She said: "It's obvious: to get out of my guardianship, and go back to work in the most magnificent way.' Wendy marked her 61st with a dinner on July 17 at the historic Delmonico's in Lower Manhattan, a day before her birthday. The former Wendy Williams Show presenter, who has faced a series of public health struggles in recent years, arrived without her motorised scooter — a notable change from previous outings. She told the outlet: 'For my last birthday, I was in Connecticut with nothing but grass and trees. 'Nobody came to visit me in Connecticut. That was actually a good thing, because it was so bad I didn't want people to see me there.' Two of Wendy's attorneys joined her for her birthday meal, along with her former producers from The Wendy Williams Show, Suzanne Bass and Brendan Higgins. A source told Page Six: 'She got emotional when she blew out her candles. 'Everyone seemed happy to see her and she looked amazing.' Wendy was said to have appeared in high spirits throughout the night, dining on a lavish spread that included seafood towers, caviar, Caesar salad and filet mignon. She was also presented with a birthday baked Alaska, and designer Zang Toi, who was also dining at Delmonico's, took a moment to wish Wendy a happy birthday before leaving the restaurant. Though Wendy has faced considerable personal and medical difficulties in recent years, the birthday outing seemed to reflect a sense of renewed energy and determination, according to insiders, One added: 'She was beaming and sans scooter. 'She's confident her lawyers are going to get her out of (her guardianship.)'
Fox News
21 hours ago
- Fox News
Bryan Kohberger Sentenced in University of Idaho Killings
Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to four life terms for the University of Idaho murders, as grieving families confronted him in court. Wendy Williams' lawyer plans to sue over her guardianship, calling the process unfair and insisting she's mentally fit. Post Malone won a key ruling in his custody battle, keeping the case in Utah where child support laws are less strict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Wendy Williams drops bombshell on guardianship as lawyer vows to sue over 'incarceration' and 'misdiagnosis'
Wendy Williams just gave a major update on her controversial guardianship—and it sounds like a legal war is brewing. The former daytime TV queen, who made a rare public appearance to celebrate her 61st birthday on Saturday, has been living at a luxury assisted living facility in New York after she was placed under court-ordered guardianship in 2022. The legal arrangement handed control of her personal and financial affairs to a court-appointed guardian after her bank, Wells Fargo, flagged concerns over her mental health and possible financial exploitation. In 2023, Williams was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia—conditions that further fueled questions about her ability to manage her own life. But Wendy has made it clear she wants out, claiming she's not incapacitated and is being controlled against her will. On Wednesday, she and powerhouse attorney Joe Tacopina were spotted outside Scott's restaurant in NYC, where they confirmed a lawsuit is coming. 'Those responsible for her status, her, basically, incarceration, will be held accountable,' Tacopina told TMZ. 'There's no question about that.' He didn't hold back, adding: 'This guardian process is scary. She was misdiagnosed.' 'What's next is hopefully justice,' Tacopina continued. 'This process has been so long, it's really despicably slow.' Then, gesturing toward Wendy, he added, 'This is Wendy, the same Wendy, we've had conversation over six months, she's the same Wendy Williams that you know from TV. She belongs in a facility like I belong in a facility.' 'She is a person in control of her faculties and is a great human being… and it sickens me… this isn't a case for me, it's a cause…' Wendy jumped in with a laugh, saying, 'I just had a birthday and I'm still in a guardianship. If that doesn't say enough, I don't know what does.' Tacopina wrapped it up with a clear mission: 'My goal for now and the priority is to get her back home.' He added, 'Wherever home is… where she can come and go as she pleases.' Wendy was placed under the guardianship of Sabrina Morrissey in 2022—and in a bombshell court filing last November, Morrissey claimed Williams was 'permanently incapacitated' due to her dementia battle. In March, Wendy made a bold move by retaining a new legal team to fight for her freedom and challenge the court-ordered arrangement. The star hired Tacopina - who recently represented A$AP Rocky - to help secure her freedom from her three-year conservatorship. Since then, a #FreeWendy movement has gained momentum. In a dramatic moment caught on camera in early April, Williams was seen banging on her facility window while supporters rallied in the street below, demanding she be released.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Wendy Williams ‘doing better than ever' after 61st birthday celebration
Wendy Williams is said to be doing 'better than ever'. The troubled former chat show host celebrated her 61st birthday on Friday (18.07.25) and sources say she is now feeling optimistic about what lies ahead amid her battler to end her court-ordered guardianship. An insider told Page Six: "(She's) better than ever. She was talking (at her birthday party) about how she's ready to travel once she gets out.' Wendy marked her 61st with a dinner on Thursday (17.07.25) evening at the historic Delmonico's in Lower Manhattan, a day before her birthday. The former Wendy Williams Show presenter, who has faced a series of public health struggles in recent years, arrived without her motorised scooter — a notable change from previous outings. Wendy, who has been under a legal guardianship since 2022, is currently residing at the Coterie in Hudson Yards, a luxury assisted living facility. She has referred to the residence as a 'luxury prison', according to Page Six, and is understood to be seeking legal release from the guardianship arrangement. Two of Wendy's attorneys joined her for her birthday meal, along with her former producers from The Wendy Williams Show, Suzanne Bass and Brendan Higgins. A source added to Page Six: 'She got emotional when she blew out her candles. 'Everyone seemed happy to see her and she looked amazing.' Wendy was said to have appeared in high spirits throughout the night, dining on a lavish spread that included seafood towers, caviar, Caesar salad and filet mignon. She was also presented with a birthday baked Alaska, and designer Zang Toi, who was also dining at Delmonico's, took a moment to wish Wendy a happy birthday before leaving the restaurant. Though Wendy has faced considerable personal and medical difficulties in recent years, the birthday outing seemed to reflect a sense of renewed energy and determination, according to insiders, One added to Page Six: 'She was beaming and sans scooter. 'She's confident her lawyers are going to get her out of (her guardianship.)' Wendy, once a dominant force in daytime television, stepped away from the spotlight in 2021 amid ongoing health concerns. Since then, the New Jersey native has largely kept a low profile, occasionally surfacing in New York for public appearances.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Wendy Williams makes rare public outing for her 61st birthday amid 'horrific' guardianship drama
Wendy Williams put on a leggy display as she celebrated her 61st birthday in New York City on Saturday. The former talk show host, who has made a remarkable recovery since appearing in a Lifetime documentary last year, looked the picture of health as she exited the Rubirosa Ristorante for a celebratory dinner with her niece. Williams showcased her toned legs in a black hoodie mini-dress. The Emmy nominee wore a pair of comfortable but glamorous Chanel ankle boots to cope with her lymphedema, which she has previously said left her able to feel only 'maybe 5% of my feet.' Her long, reddish-brown hair was styled in loose waves and she wore natural looking makeup with a soft red lip. Williams was seen carrying to doggy bag home after the festivities. Many fans took to social media to wish her a happy birthday. 'Happy Birthday!!! To my Birthday Twin 7/18 it's our day,' wrote one. 'Happy belated birthday Queen Wendy. ❤️❤️❤️,' penned another. 'Happy birthday! We still got you,' one follower said. The TV personality has been residing at a luxury assisted living facility in New York after being placed under the guardianship of lawyer Sabrina Morrissey in 2022. Over the past few months, she has waged a public war against the arrangement, which she claims is so restrictive she feels 'like I am in prison.' Although her recent sightings have often involved a mobility scooter, she moved without the contraption for the dinner on Saturday night. Williams arrives sans scooter for an an early birthday dinner with friends on Thursday at Delmonico's in Manhattan. Among them were Suzanne Bass and Brendan Higgins, the husband-wife team who served as producers on her long-running daytime talk show, which was canceled in 2022 while the hostess suffered through her highly publicized medical woes. One of Williams' new tools in her bid to be released from her court ordered guardianship is a new toll-free number. Those with tips about alleged malfeasance have been urged to call or text 1-866-Truth-84. 'MONEY GRUBBERS BEWARE, THE FIGHT FOR TRUTH IS REALLY HAPPENING. WENDY IS A REAL PERSON IN A REAL SITUATION, NOT JUST A HEADLINE. WE MUST UNITE AGAINST EVIL,' she posted next to the phone number on social media.
