Wendy Williams has broken her silence after receiving her recent diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In a statement issued to People On Friday, Williams, 59, expressed gratitude to fans for their support immediately following the announcement.
“I want to say that I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I received after sharing my diagnosis of aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD),” Williams said. “Let me say, wow! Your response has been overwhelming. The messages shared with me have moved me and reminded me of the power of unity and the need for compassion.”
“I hope other people with FTD can benefit from my story. I also want to thank the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration for their kind words of support and their extraordinary efforts to raise awareness about FTD,” she added. She pleaded for personal space before adding, “just know that your positivity and encouragement is deeply appreciated.”
Wendy Williams’ care team revealed her battle with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia on Thursday
Wendy Williams’ care team revealed her dementia diagnosis on Thursday. In a press release, the former talk show host’s team revealed that she was diagnosed with dementia last year. They said the illness and its symptoms “have already presented significant obstacles in Wendy’s life.”
“Wendy can still do a lot of things for herself,” the team wrote. “The most important thing is that she maintains her characteristic sense of humor and she receives the care she needs to make sure she is protected and her needs are taken care of. “She appreciates the many kind thoughts and well wishes sent her way.”
Williams has faced several health problems, including Graves’ disease, lymphedema, and alcohol abuse. She sought treatment for “cognitive issues” in April 2023 and has a court-appointed legal guardian.
Lifetime’s upcoming documentary series, Where is Wendy Williams?, will delve into the journey of the former television host’s physical and mental challenges. This two-night series began filming after the cancellation of their popular daytime talk show in June 2022.
Filming concluded with Williams seeking treatment at an undisclosed facility in April 2023. This was under the supervision of a court-appointed financial guardian. This figure was previously unknown to the public and even to Williams’ family, who also appear in the documentary. Despite these developments, Williams continues to hold the title of executive producer on this project, as part of her three-picture deal with Lifetime.
However, on Thursday, Williams’ court-appointed caregiver, Sabrina Morrissey, was publicly identified. She filed a lawsuit Thursday seeking injunctive relief against Lifetime’s parent company, A+E Networks, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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