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Wendy Williams Wasn't Blindsided By Ex-Pal's Documentary, Report Claims

Sources allege the daytime TV icon was informed about Regina Bass's project twice over dinner.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Reports are pushing back against claims that daytime television icon Wendy Williams was caught off guard by an upcoming documentary project created by her former friend Regina Bass. Despite chatter suggesting the veteran host was left completely in the dark about the production, new details suggest she was actually informed about the project well before any public announcements were made. Rumors previously indicated that the former talk show queen felt blindsided when news of the documentary first surfaced. However, a newly reported account states that Bass made a point to share her media plans directly with Williams long before the headlines began circulating across showbiz outlets.

Did Wendy Williams know about Regina Bass documentary According to a report by, an insider claims that Bass brought up the subject of the documentary on multiple occasions. The source alleges that Bass explicitly told Williams about her plans for the project twice over dinner, ensuring that the talk show star was aware of what was in development. That assertion directly challenges previous claims suggesting Williams felt blindsided or deceived by her former associate. The insider maintains that the topic was addressed openly during their meals together, leaving no room for total surprise regarding Bass's intent to move forward with the project.

Wendy Williams, Joe Tacopina and Suzanne Bass
Wendy Williams, Joe Tacopina and Suzanne Bass

Was Wendy Williams blindsided by former friend For decades, Williams commanded daytime television by breaking down celebrity drama from her signature purple chair on *The Wendy Williams Show*. In recent years, however, her personal journey and inner circle have frequently become the focal point of outside media coverage and tell-all projects. While fans and industry observers remain protective over how the broadcaster's life is portrayed in public, this latest report suggests that Williams was not excluded from the conversation surrounding Bass's documentary. The insider claims the topic was brought up naturally during their private meetings, ensuring the star was not hearing about it for the first time through news headlines. Whether Williams offered her full backing or merely listened to the proposal during their dinner dates remains a point of interest for pop-culture followers. However, the report makes clear that claims of complete shock do not reflect what went down between the former pals. Based on the source's timeline, Williams was given early warning about the endeavor directly from Bass herself.

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Wendy Williams, Joe Tacopina and Suzanne Bass
Williams’ lawyer says her former EP Suzanne Bass blindsided her with the new doc.
Williams’ attorney Joe Tacopina maintains Williams didn’t know about the doc.
Suzanne Bass and Wendy Williams
Bass and her husband Brendan Higgins both worked on Williams’ TV show.
Williams, pictured with her niece, Alex Finnie, is not a part of the doc.

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