Wendy Williams breaks silence on dementia and aphasia diagnosis

Famous

By Erin Keller

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Wendy Williams has broken her silence after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia.

“I want to say that I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I have received after sharing my diagnosis of aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Let me say, wow! Her response has been overwhelming,” Williams, 59, said. People on Friday.

“The messages shared with me have moved me, reminding me of the power of unity and the need for compassion,” he continued. “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.”

“I still need personal space and peace to thrive. Please know that your positivity and encouragement are deeply appreciated,” the radio and television personality concluded.

The Post has contacted representatives for Williams for comment.

Williams’ statement comes ahead of the release of her two-part Lifetime documentary, “Where’s Wendy Williams?” which falls on Saturdays and Sundays.

Since May 2022, Williams has lived under a court-appointed legal guardian, whose identity remains private, who oversees both his finances and health. Her family claims her legal guardian is the only person with unfettered access to the media mogul and has questioned whether her decisions have been in Williams’ best interest.

However, The Post learned Thursday that a woman named Sabrina Morrissey, who claimed to be “acting in her capacity as temporary guardian of WWH” (presumably Wendy Williams Hunter), filed a lawsuit this week against Lifetime’s parent company, A&E Television Networks, apparently in an effort to delay the release of the reveal.

A&E representatives told The Post on Friday that Lifetime appeared in court today and that the documentary will air this weekend as planned.

On Thursday, Williams’ “care team” revealed in a statement that he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, which are the same two medical conditions that “Die Hard” star Bruce Willis, 68, struggles with.

“On behalf of Wendy Williams Hunter, her care team is sharing this very personal update with her beloved fans, friends and followers to correct inaccurate and hurtful rumors about her health,” the statement read.

He continued: “In 2023, after undergoing a series of medical tests, Wendy was officially diagnosed with
“Primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD)… (they) have already presented significant obstacles in Wendy’s life.”

The statement also stated that Williams “is still capable of doing many things for herself” and that she “maintains her trademark sense of humor” while “receiving the care she needs to ensure she is protected and her needs are met.”