Wendy Williams Reportedly Owes Over $500K, Feds Hit Her With Tax Lien

BYCaroline FisherPublished on March 13, 20248.9K Views

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Wendy Williams could lose her NYC condo if she doesn't pay up soon.

It goes without saying that it's been a tough few months for Wendy Williams. The personality's Lifetime docuseries came out last month and has since resulted in a great deal of controversy. Just ahead of the doc's release, it was also revealed that Williams has been diagnosed with dementia and aphasia. For these reasons, supporters suspect foul play on the part of producers and accuse them of exploiting Williams by putting her most vulnerable moments on display for the world to see.

In the doc, for example, Williams opens up about her financial struggles, revealing that she's not bringing in the kind of money that she used to. There have also been various reports that people in her life, including her own family members, have stolen money from her. Now, the icon is facing yet another serious consequence of her fortune running dry.

Wendy Williams Faces More Financial Problems

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According to TMZ, the federal government recently hit Williams with a tax lien on her New York City condo. This means that if she doesn't pay up soon, they can start foreclosure proceedings, and take ownership of the property themselves. According to legal docs filed in January, she currently owes them $558,451.57 in unpaid taxes. Records show that she purchased the condo back in 2021 for roughly $4.5 million. This latest development has only increased fans' concerns surrounding Williams' team.

The outlet reports that her financial guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, was appointed in the spring of 2022. It's unclear at the time of writing whether or not she, or Williams, is handling the violations. What do you think of reports that Wendy Williams owes over $500K in unpaid taxes? Are you surprised? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Caroline Fisher

Caroline Fisher is a News Writer at HotNewHipHop from Chicago, Illinois. She started at HNHH this year, and has since spent her time writing about all that is newsworthy in the world of hip-hop. With a drive for hunting down the hottest stories, she enjoys documenting new developments in culture and entertainment. She also has an appreciation for hip-hop and seeks to cover the most important trends and shifts. She has a Bachelor of Arts which she received at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Having graduated in 2022, she majored in English with a concentration in Media, Rhetoric and Cultural Studies. Specializing all things music, pop culture and entertainment, some of her favorite musical artists include Snoop Dogg, OutKast, and Nicki Minaj. When she’s not writing about music she’s also a fan of attending shows, watching the latest movies, staying up-to-date with current events, photography, and poetry.