What happened to Wendy Williams' mom? The talk show host revealed that Shirley Williams kicked the bucket "many weeks ago." What to know.

Gabrielle Bernardini - Author

Sad information. On Monday, Dec. 7, Wendy Williams confirmed on her morning talk show that her mom, Shirley Williams, died. The 56-year-old host instructed viewers that her mom died "beautifully and peacefully and surrounded by love," adding, "She didn't suffer, not one bit." 

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"My mom passed away many, many, many, many weeks ago," she mentioned. "You know how you lose track of the day and time? All I know was it was a long time ago. The five of us, my mom, dad, my siblings, the five of us  — she will always be here. She's squawking at me right now." 

Keep reading to to find out what Wendy had to say about her mom's passing.

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What happened to Wendy Williams' mom? Her cause of loss of life has now not been published.

During the live broadcast, Wendy reflected on her mom's legacy however didn't expose her reason behind demise. The arguable host unfolded about her courting along with her mom, describing it as "that of two teenage girls." 

She added, "Our relationship was like that of two teenage girls. If I could pick an age, 17... My relationship with my mother, right up until the end, was so girly and so ridiculously giggly ... We'd do our nails together... and then we'd watch Housewives or American Greed on TV together... We'd watch a Hallmark movie. I'm not into [that], but I would humor her."  

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According to People, Shirley labored as a studying disabilities useful resource specialist and raised 3 kids  — Wanda, Wendy, and Thomas  — in Ocean Township, N.J.

"Gone is the best mother, the best girlfriend, that a girl could ever have," she mentioned. "I feel fortunate that I had her in my life all of my 56 years." 

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Fans confirmed make stronger for Wendy Williams after communicate display host's mom died.

Following Wendy's emotional announcement on The Wendy Williams Show, fans took to social media to percentage their condolences and enhance.

"R.I.P. SHIRLEY WILLIAMS Anybody that knows Wendy Williams knows she loved her Mom. Praying for you Wendy," one fan tweeted.

Another particular person wrote, "I really hope Wendy Williams has a genuine close, real-life friends to help her as she grieves her mom's passing." One particular person posted, "I just read that #WendyWilliams mom passed away. Dear, GOD, Please be with her and their family and friends. Her Mom was her biggest cheerleader."

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One fan commented, "Prayers to Wendy Williams. She’s already had a rough few years and now to lose her mom.  I’m hoping she can stay strong and sober."

Our thoughts pass out to Wendy and her circle of relatives throughout this difficult time. 

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