"They said she was permanently incapacitated??"— Internet reacts to Wendy Williams attending son's graduation ceremony

On December 19, 2024, talk show host and media personality Wendy Williams was seen attending her son Kevin Hunter Jr.'s college graduation at Florida International University in Miami. This appearance came after she was diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia in February 2024.

As a result, netizens on X reacted to the circulated pictures and videos of Wendy Williams, with many expressing their initial belief that she was permanently incapacitated. One user on X commented:

"They said she was permanently incapacitated??"

Meanwhile, netizens shared their happiness at seeing her looking healthier and in good spirits.

"She's looks better that the last time I saw her. Glad she's doing good!" a netizen on X commented.

"Wendy looks great to be honest. She tried to tell us. I just want her back in her pink chair," another commented.

"I just watched all of her new documentaries recently and it makes me so happy to see she's finally with her family. Sitting next to her sister. 😭🥹," a third commented.

Moreover, many users on X expressed their admiration and happiness, noting that despite her ongoing health challenges, Williams made an effort to show up and support her son.

"even under the circumstances she is put in she is still there to support her child," a user on X commented.

"Awwww I remember she cried on her show about her son choosing to not go to college when an audience member shared the same during Ask Wendy. I know this must've been a beautiful moment for her❤️," one more commented.

"What a "mom" thing to do.. ask everyone if they want a piece of gum 😂❤️ Wendy looks good!," a netizen on X.

As of now, Wendy Williams has not publicly addressed the online reactions.

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Wendy Williams joins son's graduation in Miami amid health challenges

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, Wendy Williams was spotted in Miami at Florida International University, attending her only child's graduation. Wendy shares her son, Kevin Hunter Jr., with her former partner, Kevin Hunter. The couple welcomed their son in 2000.

Williams wore a glamorous, sparkly dress for the special occasion, accessorized with a W necklace, an oversized statement ring, and a brown Louis Vuitton crossbody bag.

Seated in a mobility scooter featuring a Louis Vuitton monogrammed cup holder, she joined family and friends to celebrate. Williams completed her look with a bold red lip and wore her caramel-highlighted hair down and straight, styled with blunt-cut bangs.

Videos circulating online show her smiling and cheering as her 24-year-old son, Kevin, made his way across the stage. According to Page Six, Kevin Hunter Jr. earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics.

He studied at Barry University before attending Florida International University. He took longer than the usual four years to complete his degree due to dedicating time to caring for his mother.

In February 2024, Wendy Williams' team released a statement revealing that she had been diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia the previous year.

According to the Mayo Clinic, frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a progressive brain disorder that primarily affects behavior, personality, and language due to the degeneration of the frontal and temporal lobes. Aphasia dementia is a language disorder caused by brain damage.

Her medical team officially announced the news earlier this year. Despite her diagnosis, the statement emphasized that Williams retains her personality and humor.

"Wendy is still able to do many things for herself. Most importantly she maintains her trademark sense of humor and is receiving the care she requires to make sure she is protected and that her needs are addressed," the statement read.

Williams' ongoing health struggles have been widely reported. In 2022, NPR confirmed the end of The Wendy Williams Show, her syndicated daytime talk show, which concluded after an impressive 13-year run.

Since then, there have been no significant updates regarding her health.