Judge Declares Wendy Williams’ Career Is Over During Heated Guardianship Hearing

The Judge declared Wendy's career over

Tensions escalated in court this week during a hearing related to Wendy Williams’ ongoing guardianship case, where sources say a judge made blunt and emotionally charged remarks about the former talk show host's future.

Williams appeared in court Thursday before Judge Lisa Sokoloff. According to multiple individuals with direct knowledge of the proceedings, the judge strongly criticized Williams’ niece, Alex Finnie, accusing her of leaking information to the media and warning her that any future disclosures could lead to sanctions.

Wendy Williams

The judge also turned her attention to Williams’ family more broadly, reportedly delivering harsh criticism and questioning their involvement in the case. In a surprising shift, Judge Sokoloff then addressed Williams' professional life, stating that while the former television star had once enjoyed a great career, it was definitively over. “It’s done,” the judge reportedly said. Sources close to the case said the comment deeply upset Williams and left many in the courtroom puzzled about why the judge would make such a declaration, especially since it falls outside the typical scope of judicial expertise.

Judge Lisa A Sokoloff

Despite the grim prognosis from the bench, public interest in Williams’ career remains high. A recent documentary chronicling her guardianship and personal struggles has drawn significant attention, as have various media reports covering her efforts to regain autonomy and relaunch her life.

Williams is now represented by high-profile attorney Joe Tacopina, who is expected to challenge the guardianship aggressively. If the judge declines to terminate the arrangement, Tacopina reportedly plans to take the matter to a jury trial.