Media mogul Wendy Williams, 60, was recently spotted at the Florida International University (FIU) in Miami on December 19 to cheer on her beloved son at his graduation ceremony. Her appearance prompted comments of concern from social media users who are heartbroken over her ongoing battle with dementia.
Fan comment about Wendy Williams, posted on December 21, 2024 | Source: Instagram/entertainmenttonight
Seated on a black and red electric wheelchair adorned with unique personal touches — including a black pouch featuring an NYC logo, a Chanel badge, and a smiley face — the former TV host had all eyes on her.
She looked radiant in a shimmering, glittery ensemble paired with Chanel No. 5 shoes, which elevated the avant-garde, high-fashion look. The beloved former talk show host completed her outfit with a Louis Vuitton over-the-shoulder purse and black handbag.
Emotion flowed freely as Wendy, surrounded by loved ones, beamed with pride and wiped away tears during the ceremony.
From her seat in the audience, Wendy watched her and her ex-husband Kevin Hunter’s son, Kevin Hunter Jr., who was dressed in a traditional cap and gown, walk across the stage to receive his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs.
Wendy Williams spotted crying as she watched her son Kevin Hunter Jr.’s graduation ceremony, posted on December 21, 2024 | Source: Instagram/entertainmenttonight
His achievement held even greater significance, as it marked the culmination of years of perseverance, during which Kevin Jr. took a hiatus from his studies to provide care for his ailing mother.
Kevin Hunter Jr. and Wendy Williams at her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star ceremony in Hollywood, California on October 17, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
The special day was also a family affair, as Wendy’s father, Thomas Williams Sr., was spotted sitting next to his daughter in the crowd. At 93 years old, Thomas attended the ceremony in a wheelchair, assisted by Wendy’s sister Wanda Finnie, who also looked chic for the occasion.
Wendy Williams with her late mom Shirley Williams and her father Thomas Williams Sr. visiting the Empire State Building in New York City on September 18, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
The ceremony radiated a sense of familial love and celebration, made even more poignant by Kevin’s remarkable journey to graduation. Beginning his college journey at Barry University before transferring to FIU, Kevin’s path reflected both resilience and dedication.
Kevin Hunter Jr. and Wendy Williams at the Jeezy “TM 104” Listening Party in New York City on August 20, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
Social media was flooded with emotional reactions following Wendy’s appearance at the graduation, as fans expressed a mixture of heartbreak, nostalgia, and prayers for the beloved media icon.
“Her rapid decline and deterioration breaks my heart 😞,” remarked a heartbroken fan, while another echoed the sentiment, “Breaks my heart to see her like this I miss her in her hot topics chair 😢.”
