Connect with us

Entertainment

Wendy Williams is taking an ‘extended break’ from her talk show

ROLLINGOUT.COM —

Published

on

By Rollingout.com

Wendy Williams is taking another break from “The Wendy Williams Show” in order to “focus on her personal and physical well-being.”

The 54-year-old talk show host has announced she will be taking an “extended break” from her eponymously titled show, after previously stepping away from the show in December when she fractured her shoulder.

Williams had been due to return on Jan. 21, 2019 — after the original date of Jan. 14 was pushed back by a week — but it has now been revealed that the show will continue airing re-runs during the week beginning on Jan. 21, before new episodes air from Jan. 28 with a selection of guest hosts.

In a statement on Instagram, the show wrote: “As Wendy Williams Hunter previously shared, she fractured her shoulder and has been on the mend. Over the past few days, Wendy has experienced complications regarding her Graves’ Disease that will require treatment. Wendy will be under the strict supervision of her physicians, and as part of her care, there will be significant time spent in the hospital. Despite her strong desire to return, she is taking a necessary, extended break from her show to focus on her personal and physical well-being. Wendy thanks everyone in advance for their well-wishes and for respecting her and The Hunter Family’s privacy during this time.”

Williams previously took a three-week break from her show almost a year ago when she was diagnosed with Graves’ disease — an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid — in addition to the thyroid issues she was already aware of.

Debmar-Mercury, the distributor and producer of the show, said in a statement: “For over 10 years, Wendy has been a vital part of the Debmar-Mercury family. We wholeheartedly support Wendy in this decision to take the time she needs, and we will welcome her back with open arms the moment she is ready.”

Her break comes after she previously insisted doctors had told her she was “very healthy” for her age.

She said: “I’m on the mend, I don’t need an operation. They tell me I’m very healthy… for a person after 50.”
This article originally appeared in Rollingout.com

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of February 25 – March 3, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of – February 25 – March 3, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of February 18 – 24, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of – February 18 – 24, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Subscribe to receive news and updates from the Oakland Post

* indicates required

CHECK OUT THE LATEST ISSUE OF THE OAKLAND POST

ADVERTISEMENT

WORK FROM HOME

Home-based business with potential monthly income of $10K+ per month. A proven training system and website provided to maximize business effectiveness. Perfect job to earn side and primary income. Contact Lynne for more details: Lynne4npusa@gmail.com 800-334-0540

Facebook

#NNPA BlackPress5 days ago

COMMENTARY: Women of Color Shape Our Past and Future

#NNPA BlackPress5 days ago

Woman’s Search for Family’s Roots Leads to Ancestor John T. Ward – A Successful Entrepreneur and Conductor on the Underground Railroad

#NNPA BlackPress5 days ago

Advocates Raise Alarm Over ICE Operation, MOU and Detention Risks in Baltimore County

#NNPA BlackPress5 days ago

Pete Buttigieg to Join Mayor Randall Woodfin for Community Town Hall in Birmingham

#NNPA BlackPress5 days ago

WATCH: Week One – NNPA’s “Leadership Matters” Video Series

Activism7 days ago

Oakland Post: Week of March 4 – 10, 2026

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

OP-ED: NNPA Launches 2026 “Leadership Matters” Video Series

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

PRESS ROOM: PMG and Cranbrook Horizons-Upward Bound Launch Journey Fellowship Cohort 2

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

Los Angeles Summit Brings Together Leaders to Tackle Poverty and Affordability

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

Civil Rights TV Launches 24/7 Network Focused on Black History, Education and Equity

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

REVIEW: The Ultimate Hot Girl Summer Getaway: Sunseeker Resort Florida

#NNPA BlackPress1 week ago

COMMENTARY: How You Stop a Prescription Medicine is as Important as How You Start 

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

PRESS ROOM: From Congress to Corporate America: NNPA Spotlights Visionaries in New Video Series

#NNPA BlackPress2 weeks ago

Poll Shows Support for Policies That Help Families Afford Child Care

Activism2 weeks ago

Oakland Post: Week of February 25 – March 3, 2026

Trending

Copyright ©2021 Post News Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.