Wendy Williams returned to the public eye at New York Fashion Week in September 2025. According to a report by Page Six, Williams was present at the Bach Mai show on Sunday as well as at the Dennis Basso preview. She is set to later attend the LaQuan Smith show. This marked her first high-profile public outing in a long time.
Her presence at the events attracted attention. Williams has been away from the spotlight due to health and personal matters. As per The Hollywood Reporter, she was placed under financial guardianship in 2022.
By joining these fashion week events, Williams reminded people of her influence in entertainment and fashion. As reported by one of the sources of Page Six, Williams had been planning to attend NYFW to make a comeback as her old self.
Wendy Williams at Dennis Basso preview

Wendy Williams arrived at the Dennis Basso preview alongside close friends and family. She was joined by her friend Max Tucci, her niece Alex Finnie, and Finnie’s fiancé Eric Houston. Wearing a yellow suit that accentuated her legs.
According to the recent report, she met people in the fashion world, and everyone was excited to see her. Williams was engaged during the preview, walking around, and commenting on clothes. Dennis Basso also escorted her through parts of the show. Inside, young people were taking her pictures.
Wendy Williams is scheduled to attend the LaQuan Smith show

The sources also revealed to Page Six that Williams is scheduled to attend the LaQuan Smith show. Occupying the front row, Williams is reportedly excited to make an appearance in the designer's latest collection.
In addition to the Dennis Basso preview, Wendy Williams also attended the Bach Mai show on Sunday.
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The appearance of Wendy Williams at the New York Fashion Week has catapulted her back into the limelight and the world of fashion.