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Former talk show host Wendy Williams has taken decisive legal action to end her court-appointed guardianship, signing an affidavit Wednesday that requests the removal of her guardian, Sabrina Morrissey. The 60-year-old media personality maintains she has "regained capacity" to manage her own affairs, directly challenging her recent frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis.
In a revealing appearance on "TMZ Presents: Saving Wendy," Williams disclosed concerning details about her current living conditions, stating she has only been permitted outdoors twice within a 30-day period. "I was in Connecticut for a year and I didn't go see anybody. I've been in here for six or seven months and I haven't seen anybody," Williams told Harvey Levin during the documentary.
The situation has drawn attention from medical experts, including New York-based neurologist Leah Croll, who highlighted the complexities of Williams' case. "This is actually an extremely challenging diagnosis to make," Croll explained, noting the overlap between alcohol-induced brain damage and frontotemporal dementia symptoms, particularly in their effects on the prefrontal lobes.
Williams' guardian recently filed court documents requesting a new medical evaluation after the former host publicly rejected her diagnosis. "I don't have frontotemporal dementia...it's disgusting," Williams declared during an appearance on The Breakfast Club. "That's a very rare thing for anybody to have."
The legal landscape continues to evolve, with sources indicating Williams will undergo a medical re-evaluation on February 18, 2025. This development follows her strategic decision to dismiss her court-appointed attorney, Linda Redlisky, on January 29. Her new legal team reportedly plans to file an "Emergency Order to Show Cause" immediately after the evaluation.
Morrissey's recent court filing presents a stark contrast to Williams' assertions, stating that the condition will "only get worse and there is no cure." The guardian has also been involved in legal action against A&E Television Networks, claiming their documentary "shamelessly exploits [Williams] and portrays her in an extremely demeaning and undignified manner."
If the court denies Williams' request to end the guardianship, sources close to the situation indicate she will pursue a jury trial, allowing members of the public to determine whether the arrangement should continue. This development marks a significant escalation in Williams' efforts to regain control of her affairs, setting the stage for what could become a landmark case in guardianship law.
The outcome of Williams' upcoming medical evaluation may prove crucial in determining her future autonomy, as the court weighs the complex balance between personal freedom and necessary protection.
