In a to-camera interview in the second episode, Wendy Williams was asked by a producer if there are any relationships she wants to repair, which led her to admit that her alcohol consumption has driven a wedge between her and her loved ones.
Williams tearfully answered: “My son. When asked what stopped her from repairing that relationship, she responded: “Nothing. Except for he hates liquor.
Despite Williams’ recognition that her dependence on alcohol was affecting her relationship with her only son, at another point, she defiantly defended her choices: Following the announcement of her dementia diagnosis Wendy Williams expressed her gratitude for all the support she has received. In an exclusive interview with media outlet Page Six, the former talk show host addressed her recent aphasia and dementia diagnoses in an emotional statement.
“I want to say I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I have received after sharing my diagnosis of Aphasia and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Let me say, wow! Your response has been overwhelming”, she told Page Six.
Wendy continued noting how everyone’s kind words and messages reminded her of the “power of unity and the need for compassion”.
“The messages shared with me have touched me, reminding me of the power of unity and the need for compassion,” Wendy shared.
“I hope that others with FTD may benefit from my story. I want to also thank the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration for their kind words of support and their extraordinary efforts to raise awareness of FTD”, she added.
The media personality continued by sharing how she “[needs] personal space and peace to thrive,” while also emphasizing that she is “deeply” grateful for fans’ “positivity and encouragement.
Source: News365.co.za
