A television icon who invited the world into her life for years is now at the center of a very public question. Investigation Discovery and Max are set to air a special program titled “TRAPPED: WHAT IS HAPPENING TO WENDY WILLIAMS?” that will examine the circumstances surrounding her current guardianship and the passionate movement advocating for her well-being.
Set to premiere Monday, May 19, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET, this special, presented by EXTRA, aims to provide insight into the situation that began when Williams entered a guardianship in 2022. The program comes after her recent diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia was made public, adding a medical context to the legal control over her affairs.
The documentary includes voices familiar with Williams and her career. Yazmin Ramos, who previously served as a Senior Producer on “The Wendy Williams Show,” offers her perspective on the life and career of the talk show host. The special also brings in journalists and medical and legal experts to discuss the broader implications of guardianship and Williams’ specific case.
Drawing from EXTRA’s extensive archival footage, the broadcast traces Williams’ journey from her beginnings in radio to her significant influence on pop culture through her syndicated television program. This historical context underscores the shift from her highly visible public life to her current private status under guardianship.
Produced by Telepictures in association with Warner Bros. Unscripted Television, in collaboration with EXTRA and ID.
