Wendy Williams Documentary 'Clap If You Care' Picked Up at Peacock
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Peacock has greenlit a three-part documentary titled “Clap If You Care: The Wendy Williams Show,” set to air in 2027, focusing on Wendy Williams' career and cultural impact rather than her recent health struggles.
- The documentary will be executive produced by Susanne Bass, the longtime executive producer of Williams' show, along with other producers from EverWonder Studio, but Williams herself is not involved.
- The series will explore Williams' rise from radio host to daytime TV star, highlighting the show's influence and addressing the circumstances surrounding her departure.
- Over 20 former staff members will contribute behind-the-scenes insights, aiming to celebrate Williams' impact while examining the costs of fame.
- Williams has faced significant health challenges, including aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, leading to a court-appointed guardianship she has publicly contested.
