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Wendy Williams Diagnosed With Dementia and Aphasia

Daytime TV personality Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, as well as the language disorder aphasia. The news was announced Thursday in a statement from Williams’ …

On behalf of Wendy Williams Hunter, her care team is sharing this very personal update with her cherished fans, friends, and supporters to correct inaccurate and hurtful rumors about her health. Aphasia, a condition affecting language and communication abilities, and frontotemporal dementia, a progressive disorder impacting behavior and cognitive functions, have already presented significant hurdles in Wendy’s life. The decision to share this news was difficult and made after careful consideration, not only to advocate for understanding and compassion for Wendy, but to raise awareness about aphasia and frontotemporal dementia and support the thousands of others facing similar circumstances.

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