Wendy Williams at the Miami International Airport on Feb. 15, 2025.Photo:MEGA
MEGA
Wendy Williamswas able to celebrate her dad’s birthday with him, after all.
The former television host — who is currently living ina New York City wellness facility she describes as a “prison”— was photographed arriving at Miami International Airport on Saturday, Feb. 15, ahead of her fatherThomas Williams Sr.’s 94th birthday.
Though Wendy, 60,previously claimed she may not be able to attend due to her ongoing conservatorship, a judge ruled that she was permitted to fly to Miami for two days to celebrate her dad’s special day.
And the formerWendy Williams Showhost appeared happy to be arriving in the Florida city to see family, smiling widely while sitting in a motorized scooter at the Miami airport, the newly snapped photos show.
Wendy Williams at Miami International Airport on Feb. 15, 2025.MEGA
“My dad is going to be 94 next month. I don’t know if I’m able to fly to Miami to say happy birthday to my dad,” Wendy said, claiming that the “person who is holding me hostage” is to blame should she miss the family occasion.
Referring to her court-appointed guardian Sabrina Morrissey, Wendy said, “Listen, I don’t know if she’s going to let me see my dad for his birthday.” (Morrissey has been overseeing Wendy’s finances and health since 2022,while her family has restricted contact with her.)
A source with knowledge of the matter explained that the guardianship court ultimately holds the power to decide whether it is safe for Wendy to travel to Florida or any other locations outside of her N.Y.C. facility, where she has 24/7 medical care.
Wendy Williams with her late mom Shirley Williams and dad Thomas Williams Sr. in 2017.Mireya Acierto/FilmMagic
Mireya Acierto/FilmMagic
Also in the interview, Wendy explained that it is especially important to see her dad because of his age. “I’m exhausted thinking about what if I can’t see my dad for his birthday. At 94, the day after that is not promised,” said the star, whose mom, Shirley Williams,died in 2020when she was 85.
“She wants to be here for his birthday,” Finnie said, “and the fact that they’re playing games — I’m sorry, that is just absolutely sickening.”
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Wendy also revealed onThe Breakfast Clubthat she was recently in Florida to attend her sonKevin Hunter Jr.‘sgraduation from Florida International University, and also got to see her dad during the rare trip to see family.
She said that the 24-year-old grad, whom she shares with herex-husband Kevin Hunter, is “doing such a great job” while reflecting on the visit. “Talk about the great time we had — seeing my dad — we all went out and had a party,” she added.
Wendy is currently undergoing a new medical evaluation as she does not believe her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia is correct. On Friday, Feb. 14, Morrissey filed a motion on behalf of Wendy, asking the court to delay hercase against A&E Television Networksto allow time for the medical evaluation.
source: people.com
