Wendy Williams’ family has taken to GoFundMe, seeking $50,000 to fight for her release from court-ordered guardianship. The beloved former talk show host, 60, has been living under the guardianship since May 2022, with her family claiming it has left her isolated and unfairly labeled as incapacitated.
Wendy Williams Family Says Isolation Is Not Fair
“For far too long, Wendy has faced the challenges of being unjustly placed under guardianship,” the family wrote on the GoFundMe page titled Support Wendy Williams’ Fight for Independence. “Her current situation is not only unfair but also deeply isolating.”
Family members are advocating for her return to Florida, where she can be surrounded by loved ones. Currently residing in a New York treatment facility, Williams reportedly has limited contact with family and friends, which has taken a toll on her well-being.
Speaking on The Breakfast Club, Williams compared her situation to being in prison. “I am not cognitively impaired,” she insisted. “But I feel like I’m in prison. I am definitely isolated. I keep the door closed because this is not my cup of tea.”
Legal and Emotional Struggles
The guardianship, overseen by Sabrina Morrissey, manages Williams’ finances and health. Her family alleges the arrangement has severed her connections with loved ones, leaving her emotionally and financially drained.
“Unfortunately, [the family] has exhausted their financial resources in their fight against this unjust guardianship and are in dire need of assistance to secure legal representation,” the page reads.
Williams’ niece, Alex Finnie, echoed concerns during a rare public defense of her aunt. “My aunt sounds great,” Finnie said. “I’ve seen her, in a very limited capacity, but this does not match an incapacitated person.”
The GoFundMe campaign launched on January 15 and raised over $15,000 within days, underscoring the widespread support for the iconic TV personality. Williams, known for The Wendy Williams Show, has expressed her hope to return to Florida and rebuild her life with her family.
“I just want to be with my family,” Williams said during her radio appearance. “I watch TV, listen to the radio, and just wait for my life to come back.”
Williams’ story has reignited discussions around conservatorship laws and the balance between care and independence for vulnerable individuals.