The troubling circumstances surrounding Wendy Williams' guardianship have raised significant concerns among her friends, echoing the infamous conservatorship battle of Britney Spears.
- Jun 18, 2024
AceShowbiz - Wendy Williams, the former TV host renowned for her candid personality, has been under guardianship since 2022 following Wells Fargo's intervention over her financial affairs. The bank's drastic measure came after concerns about her mental state were flagged by her former financial advisor. This led to the appointment of Sabrina Morrissey, a stranger with no prior connection to Wendy, as her guardian.
Regina Schell, Wendy's close friend, has recently voiced her concerns openly, drawing parallels to Britney Spears' well-publicized conservatorship ordeal. "This is a Britney Spears thing, only it's worse since it's not even Wendy's family who has control," Schell stated.
The difference, she emphasized, lies in the fact that Britney's conservatorship was managed by her father and family members, whereas Wendy's guardian is an unrelated individual appointed by the court.
"At least with Britney Spears, it was her dad, it was her family. This is a woman whose not even family. And how does this guardian get all this standing?" - Regina Schell
Concerns about Morrissey's management have intensified, especially regarding Wendy's daily needs. Schell recounted instances where basic requirements like timely food deliveries were neglected. "She would order food at like 7:30 in the morning, and breakfast wouldn't arrive till 11:30, and by that time, she's ready for lunch," Schell revealed.
Wendy's condition, unfortunately, has exacerbated these anxieties. Diagnosed with alcohol-related brain damage in 2019, followed by frontotemporal dementia and aphasia in 2023, her cognitive decline has been evident. An insider disclosed that the prognosis warned Wendy about the risks of continued drinking, predicting increasing forgetfulness and potential isolation.
The most pressing issue, according to Schell, is the isolation Wendy now faces. "She should be surrounded by friends and family right now, not isolated and alone," she lamented. The guardianship has reportedly restricted Wendy's access to her finances to such an extent that even arranging basic services independently has become a challenge.
Both friends and family, including Wendy's sister, Wanda Finnie, and her son, are reportedly in the dark about her exact whereabouts and welfare. This lack of communication has only fueled further worries about her well-being under Morrissey's guardianship.
While fans and loved ones continue to rally for Wendy's autonomy, the parallels to Britney Spears' own fight for freedom are stark. The crucial question remains: what does the future hold for Wendy Williams, and will she regain control over her life?
