Wendy Williams’ Recovery Is ‘Taking Longer Than Expected’

Wendy Williams has broken her silence amid her health struggles.

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The TV show host has been suffering complications from Graves’ disease and thyroid issues.

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She took an extended leave of absence from her show in September.

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She took to Instagram to give fans an update.

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“I’m making progress but it’s just one of those things that’s taking longer than we expected,” she wrote.”

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“I’m a woman of a certain age, and I know enough to listen to my doctors.”

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“I will return to my purple chair as soon as we all agree I’m ready.”

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Page Six exclusively learned that fans shouldn’t expect to see Williams until 2022.

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A source told the outlet, producers on the show are trying to line up guest hosts through December.

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