New Documentary Explores Wendy Williams’ Controversial Time in Assisted Living

NEW YORK CITY, New York — A new documentary titled ‘TRAPPED: What Is Happening to Wendy Williams?’ premiered on the ID Channel on May 19, 2025, revealing troubling aspects of the former talk show host’s life under guardianship.

Wendy Williams, 60, currently lives on a secure floor of an assisted living facility in New York City. According to the documentary, she was previously allowed access to hallways and elevators, until an incident in July 2024 changed her situation.

Documentary contributor Dimond alleged that on her birthday, Williams took advantage of her access and went to the rooftop bar, where she ordered multiple drinks and admitted to relapsing. “Who knows how many, but she will admit to you that she got drunk, she had a relapse,” Dimond stated.

Following the incident, Williams was moved to a more restrictive memory care unit on the fifth floor, where she remains under constant supervision. “She has a room with a bathroom and a television, and she is locked into that floor 24/7 unless the guardian gives her permission to go out once in a while,” Dimond added.

Williams’ representatives have not yet commented on the documentary’s claims. In the past, she acknowledged her birthday celebrations but insisted that she is now sober. “[My] relationship [with substances] is fine and is wonderful,” she said, adding, “I’ve had my devices and I have to tell you something: I am easily going on with my life, alcohol-free.”

Medical experts featured in ‘TRAPPED’ discussed the implications of her behavior, with brain disorder specialist Daniel Amen suggesting the possibility of alcohol-induced dementia. He emphasized that alcohol significantly contributes to cognitive decline, stating, “I believe that alcoholic dementia is the second most common cause.”

In early 2025, Williams sought a new medical evaluation, including thorough neurological and psychological assessments, to reassess her capacity to make decisions about her life. A February court filing highlighted the need for such evaluations and cautioned against public speculation regarding her condition.

In March, Williams was briefly hospitalized at the request of her health care advocate, Ginalisa Monterroso. Despite this follow-up, her attorney confirmed that she had declined to participate in medical testing scheduled for that month.

Responding to assertions that she opted out, Williams laughed and said, “I don’t know anything about that… Bulls—. I am open to what I am open to and I can’t talk about it right now.”

Currently, ‘TRAPPED: What Is Happening to Wendy Williams?’ is available for streaming on Max.