Wendy Williams has faced several health and personal struggles over the years. In 2018, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with Graves disease, which is an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland. She has also battled hyperthyroidism and other physical ailments. In 2022, Williams stepped away from her eponymous daytime talk show series after developing health complications from her battle with Graves' disease. She has also been open about her past addiction to cocaine. Williams' marriage to Kevin Hunter has also been a topic of discussion, with allegations of infidelity and a double life. The couple finalized their divorce in January 2020. In May 2023, Williams was hospitalized and had to cancel an appearance due to her ongoing health concerns. However, in October 2022, she announced that she had left a wellness facility and was "back and better than ever".