Former TV personality Wendy Williams, known for her candid demeanor, became a trending topic after a viral video captured her confronting her caregivers during her son Kevin Hunter Jr.’s college graduation in Miami. The incident, which occurred on December 26, 2024, showed Williams addressing her caretakers over what she perceived as neglect while navigating the event with her mobility scooter.
Williams, 60, attended the celebration dressed in a shimmering midnight blue gown paired with black-and-white heels, accessorized with a Louis Vuitton crossbody bag. Despite her evident mobility challenges, she was in high spirits, applauding her son as he marked a major milestone.
What Led to the Altercation
The viral video, shared by the We In Miami Podcast, shows Williams sitting on her mobility scooter outside the restaurant where the graduation dinner was held. In the footage, she reprimanded her caregiver for picking her up in the wrong car and leaving her scooter unattended on a busy sidewalk.
In the clip, Williams is heard expressing frustration:
“They got the wrong car, so I knocked on the door, and it was totally the wrong car. They left my scooter as they walked over there. Leaving my most precious, most—this cost a fcking mint, motherfcker. They just left my sht out there.”*
The video quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), sparking a wave of reactions from fans and critics alike.
Mixed Reactions Online
Netizens were divided in their responses. Many supported Williams, emphasizing her alertness and cognitive abilities despite her diagnosis of aphasia and frontotemporal dementia in 2023.
One user wrote, “Viable proof that Wendy Williams isn’t incapacitated like the mainstream media alleges. I am pleased to see her cognitively aware and alert.”
Another user added, “Don’t play with her scooter.”
However, some criticized Williams for her harsh words toward her caregivers.
“Her mouth is reckless, and I don’t give a fck who she is. There are always other jobs,”* commented one detractor.
Others expressed concern about her well-being, with one user saying, “I hope they’re treating her right.”
The video has reignited discussions about Williams’ health and her treatment of caretakers. While some see her as assertive and sharp, others believe her behavior reflects the stress of adapting to life with health challenges.
The incident highlights the complex dynamics between high-profile individuals and their caregivers, as well as the scrutiny such interactions face in the public eye. For Wendy Williams, the moment is yet another chapter in her post-television journey as she navigates life with both grace and grit.