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In recent weeks, Wendy Williams and her ex-husband Kevin Hunter have once again made headlines, as their post-divorce financial battle takes a contentious turn. Hunter has leveled serious accusations against Williams, claiming that she concealed a substantial sum of money during their divorce proceedings. According to Hunter, Williams hid approximately $48 million in assets, which he argues he is entitled to share as part of their divorce settlement.
The accusations come after years of public and private drama between the two, following their highly publicized separation in 2019. Their marriage, which lasted over two decades, ended amid reports of Hunter’s extramarital affair, which resulted in the birth of a child. The fallout from this revelation was swift and public, with Williams filing for divorce and eventually finalizing it later that year. Since then, both parties have continued to make headlines, with their personal and financial matters regularly drawing attention.
The Financial Allegations
Hunter’s latest claims involve accusations of financial fraud. He alleges that during the divorce process, Williams hid $48 million in undisclosed assets, including properties and investments. Hunter is reportedly seeking a portion of this amount, asserting that he played a significant role in building Williams’ career and the empire she amassed during their marriage. He has stated that he feels entitled to a fair share of those earnings, given his contributions as her manager and business partner.
Williams, who has not publicly addressed these specific allegations, has long maintained that her success was largely self-made. While Hunter did manage various aspects of her career for years, Williams has pointed out that her television show, The Wendy Williams Show, and her status as a media personality were the result of her own hard work and talent.
A Complex Divorce
The financial dispute is the latest chapter in what has been a complicated and often turbulent divorce. Williams and Hunter’s relationship, both personal and professional, was intertwined for many years. Hunter served as an executive producer on her daytime talk show, and they shared numerous business ventures during their marriage.
However, their marriage began to unravel as rumors of infidelity surfaced. In 2019, it was revealed that Hunter had been in a long-term affair with another woman, with whom he fathered a child. This was the breaking point for Williams, who filed for divorce shortly afterward. The divorce was finalized in 2020, with Williams retaining primary ownership of their assets.
Despite the legal dissolution of their marriage, tensions have remained high between the two. Hunter’s financial claims are not the first time he has publicly spoken out about his dissatisfaction with the settlement. He has previously sought spousal support and other financial compensation, citing health issues and his role in Williams’ career as reasons for his entitlement to continued payments.
Williams’ Health and Career
Adding another layer to the ongoing conflict is Williams’ health. Over the past few years, she has faced several health challenges, which have caused her to take breaks from her show and eventually led to the program’s conclusion in 2022. Williams has been open about her struggles with lymphedema and Graves’ disease, both of which have impacted her ability to work.
Hunter has referenced these health issues in his claims, asserting that Williams’ ability to manage her finances may have been compromised as a result. However, Williams’ team has not commented on these assertions.
Legal Outlook
As the legal dispute between Williams and Hunter continues, it remains to be seen how the courts will address Hunter’s financial claims. Divorce settlements, particularly in cases involving significant assets and high-profile figures, can be complicated and lengthy. Given the public nature of their separation and the large sums of money involved, this latest chapter in their story is likely to draw further attention from both the media and fans alike.
For now, both parties remain at odds, with Hunter pursuing his claims and Williams continuing to manage her health and business ventures.
