Wendy Williams further delays her return after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
The Instagram account of “The Wendy Williams Show” announced Wednesday that the daytime host, 57, is battling an “advanced case of COVID-19.”
“While continuing her health assessments, Wendy has tested positive in an advanced case of COVID-19,” the statement began.
“To allow Wendy to have time to quarantine and fully recover and ensure that our production complies with all SAG / AFTRA and DGA Covid protocols, we look forward to starting the final season of The Wendy Williams Show on Monday October 4. “
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The show will be repeated on a temporary basis.
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The announcement comes after Williams had to give up promotional activities due to “ongoing health issues” that required “further assessments.”
Following the news of Williams’ health problems, a source told Page Six exclusively that he would probably not make it to the premiere of his show.
“People have no problems, but there are whispers that it will not be there,” the source shared.
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In a conversation with Dr. Oz in March, Williams expressed his hesitation in getting the COVID-19 blow.
“No, I don’t trust him,” he said. “However, I’ve never been vaccinated against the flu, and you and I have talked about it. Several doctors on my team have told me, ‘Wendy, get the flu vaccine.’ they don’t get me a flu shot, I rarely get a cold, I never have a headache, I don’t take aspirin because I hear my heart murmur or something. I’m not getting it, no, I don’t trust it. I said that. “
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In May, however, Williams announced that his live studio audience could only return on June 1 if he did so. totally vaccinated.
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A source confirmed Wednesday on page six that Williams has received the COVID-19 vaccine since he publicly issued his skepticism.