The recent release of Lifetime's documentary "Where is Wendy Williams?" has unveiled the harrowing struggles faced by the former talk show host, Wendy Williams, particularly highlighting a disturbing incident in May 2020 when she was found unresponsive at her home. DJ Boof, Williams' close associate and the former DJ for "The Wendy Williams Show," played a pivotal role in the documentary, shedding light on Williams' decline following her 2020 divorce from Kevin Hunter.

DJ Boof, who became Williams' "protector" during a tumultuous period in her life, recounted the challenges of working with her on virtual episodes of her show during the COVID-19 lockdown. He observed a noticeable change in Williams' demeanor, attributing her condition not to the pandemic but to the long-term effects of alcohol abuse. "This is not COVID doing this," DJ Boof expressed, revealing the depth of Williams' struggles. "I got to see the lowest of lows.”

The documentary takes a darker turn with DJ Boof's revelation that he discovered Williams completely unresponsive in her New York City apartment, a situation so dire that it necessitated an immediate hospital visit where she underwent multiple blood transfusions. Reflecting on the incident, DJ Boof noted, "She just wasn’t the same person anymore," highlighting the profound impact of Williams' health crisis on her personality and well-being.

Williams herself confronted her issues with alcohol in the documentary, candidly stating her affinity for vodka despite the disapproval of her sister, Wanda Finnie, and her son, Kevin Hunter Jr. The documentary includes footage from August 2022, where Williams appears visibly intoxicated, an image that starkly contrasts with her public persona. This led to her admission into a wellness facility about a month later, in an effort to address her addiction.

The filmmakers took the unconventional step of showing Williams footage of herself in a compromised state, a move that elicited an emotional response from the star. However, it was her appearance, specifically her wig and outfit, that seemingly drew her tears, rather than the gravity of her condition. This moment underscores the complexity of Williams' struggle with alcohol, intertwined with the pressures of maintaining her public image.

Williams' manager, Will Selby, also contributed to the narrative, recounting a particularly telling incident where he discovered a nearly empty bottle of vodka at her home. When questioned about it, Williams' defiant response, "F--- you," encapsulated the defiance and denial often associated with addiction.

"Where is Wendy Williams?" offers a poignant, unfiltered look into the life of one of television's most charismatic yet troubled figures. Through the testimonies of those closest to her, the documentary paints a picture of a woman grappling with the consequences of fame, addiction, and personal turmoil, providing a stark reminder of the human fragility that often lies behind the veneer of celebrity.