The recently unsealed court filings in the lawsuit between Wendy Williams and Lifetime parent company A+E Networks have revealed some concerning information regarding the documentary titled “Where Is Wendy Williams?” In the documentary, Williams’ declining mental and physical state is chronicled, showcasing her struggles with family, fame, and excessive alcohol consumption.
According to the lawsuit, the contract signed by A+E Networks to shoot the documentary was deemed invalid because Williams did not have the legal or mental capacity to authorize her participation at the time. Williams was allegedly told that the film would have a positive impact on her image, but it appears that the company shot the documentary without obtaining consent from Williams’ court-appointed guardian.
The complaint accuses A+E Networks of exploiting a vulnerable woman with a serious medical condition and calls the company’s actions “disgusting.” However, A+E Networks has countered that the unsealed court papers tell a different story, hinting that there may be more to the situation than meets the eye.
The controversial documentary, which aired in February, garnered high ratings and was
