Wendy Williams

Wendy Williams is an American talk show host. She currently hosts a radio show, The Wendy Williams Experience, and a TV talk show, The Wendy Williams Show. Williams is considered a "shock jock" because of her extremely outspoken personality, aggressive interview style and public feuds with celebrities, many of whom appear on her shows.

Fast Facts

1. Born: July 18, 1964 in Ocean Township, New Jersey
2. Hosts a radio talk show, The Wendy Williams Experience on WBLS 107.5 FM in New York City
3. Began broadcasting in September, 2001 and is currently syndicated nationwide
4. Hosts a TV talk show, The Wendy Williams Show on the FOX Network
5. Began broadcasting on July 14, 2008¹
6. Attended Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts
7. Earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications with a minor in Journalism
8. Has published multiple books which appeared on the New York Times' Best Seller List²
9. Husband: Kevin Hunter (since 1999)
10. Son: Kevin Jr., Williams
11. Open about her recovery from cocaine addiction³
12. Her talent booker, Nicole Spence filed a sexual harassment suit against Williams and her husband in June, 2008
13. Traded insults on her live TV show with her guest, reality TV star Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth

Sexual Harassment Charges

On June 11, 2008, William's talent booker Nicole Spence formally filed sexual harassment charges against Williams and her husband, Kevin Hunter. Spence claims that Hunter repeatedly propositioned her for sex, and that Williams contributed to the hostile environment. Both Williams and Hunter deny all allegations.⁴

Omarosa Tussle

Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth, former contestant on the reality TV series The Apprentice, appeared on Williams' TV talk show. While broadcasting live, Williams fought with Omarosa. The two traded insults during the latter portion of the interview.³

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