Wendy Williams recently discovered the exorbitant rent she’s paying for her assisted living apartment at The Coterie in New York City, $25,000 a month, through a magazine article, rather than from her own accountant.
Initially, Wendy thought her rent was $18,000, leaving her stunned to learn about the additional $7,000.
According to a source close to Wendy, she found out this shocking information while reading her own cover story in New York Magazine’s The Cut, which focuses on her ongoing battle against her court-appointed guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, as she strives to regain her independence. The insider revealed, “She believes Sabrina is draining her money,” adding that Wendy is unsure about her own financial worth.
This situation has understandably left Wendy feeling both angry and anxious, especially as she is reportedly unable to earn any new income while under her guardian’s control. “She’s very concerned about it,” the source said, emphasizing her frustration over the discrepancy between the $18,000 she was told and the actual $25,000. She is questioning why the rent is so high for a studio at The Coterie.
The challenges don’t end there; Wendy is also unaware of her spending on travel expenses, such as taxis and Ubers, during her rare outings from the facility. She is reportedly limited to a weekly allowance of $200 to $300, which she spends on small treats like “Twizzlers and magazines.”
As news of Wendy’s plight spreads, fans have reignited the #FreeWendy movement, calling for greater transparency regarding her finances and scrutinizing the actions of her guardian. Many describe the situation as “heartbreaking” and “unfair.”
Once known for her sharp wit and signature catchphrase “How you doin’?” Wendy now finds herself in a significant struggle for autonomy over her life and finances. The article in New York Magazine paints a sobering picture of a woman determined to fight for her freedom.
For the time being, Wendy resides at The Coterie, which she has reportedly labeled a “luxury dump,” as the public watches closely for the next developments in her story.
