Wendy Williams is dealing with health issues again. The talk shows giant lost her entire empire following compounded problems with her health and marriage. It seems like both things continue to haunt her, as her ex-husband keeps trying to get her for alimony, her health has taken a turn for the worst again, and she’s reportedly been hospitalized twice in the last few years.
Wendy Williams has grappled with health challenges spanning several decades. Her journey includes enduring multiple miscarriages during her radio career while attempting to conceive with her ex-husband, Kevin Hunter. She eventually required bed rest to carry a pregnancy to full term successfully.
In later years, Wendy Williams received diagnoses of lymphedema, which led to extreme swelling in her feet, and Graves’ disease, which caused noticeable eye bulging and recurrent fatigue. Despite these health issues, she persevered and continued to host her show.
However, her health condition deteriorated further, and she infamously collapsed on live television. Wendy candidly acknowledged the progression of her illnesses. Her inability to wear heels on her popular show led her to frequently showcase her sneaker collection and discuss the discomfort in her feet. The revelation of her husband’s affair and the fathering of a child outside of their marriage took a toll on her, compounded by struggles with alcoholism and substance abuse.
To add to her troubles, Wendy Williams contracted COVID-19, necessitating her absence from her show for an entire season, which ultimately led to the cancellation of the series.
In recent months, Wendy Williams has been frequently spotted in public, with fans holding out hope for a glimpse of her former self. However, what they often witness is quite different – she appears disoriented and incoherent, often rambling while navigating stores or relying on security for assistance when getting to her vehicle.
Concerns grew when reports emerged that Wendy had been readmitted to the hospital a few weeks ago, and the situation appeared rather dire. According to Perez Hilton, “At one point, they did not think she was going to recover or even survive. The fact that she managed to record an apology for canceling her appearance at the Expo is an encouraging sign that she’s now on the path to recovery.”