Wendy Williams Steps Out In Style For 61st Birthday

Wendy Williams, the diva of daytime talk and one and only Hot Topic, stepped out in the city where dreams are made on July 20 for her 61st birthday. The outing was a poignant personal time for the former talk show host, who has been seething in public over bowel and eye problems and her desire to be released from her court-ordered guardianship.

Showing off her legs in a green and white printed minidress, topped with a bright red leather bag, trademark Gucci logo belt, oversized shades, and her signature silver "W" necklace, Wendy looked as fly as we all know she is. She was all smiles while dining at Peter Luger Steakhouse with her niece Alex Finnie and Alex's significant other, Eric Houston, who have supported her through this challenging period.

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For her, the party was a subtle way of reclaiming her story. Since 2022, Wendy has been under the supervision of a legal guardian, who oversees many of her personal and financial matters. As she has reportedly struggled with serious health issues, which include cognitive decline, the longstanding legal arrangement has prompted concern and controversy from fans and loved ones. But Wendy's birthday message: "Out of guardianship" made her wish crystal clear, even though her family had to make a tough decision. Just days before that, she and Suzanne Bass, a longtime former show producer, were spotted going arm-in-arm to Delmonico's. It was another rare yet heartening glimpse of Wendy persevering through her current trials with grace and strength.

Now with her return to the public eye, however fleeting, it serves as a reminder to the world that she's still fighting. The heart with which she stormed a steakhouse and shared her truth on camera hasn't wavered. For longtime fans and supporters, this birthday cameo was a glimpse of the old Wendy brazen, unfiltered, and still in control of her spotlight. If legal battles over her guardianship are ongoing, the wish for this appearance, which comes after a break from the airwaves from November through March, is for a fresh chapter of resilience for Wendy Williams.