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Peacock greenlights three-part documentary on 'The Wendy Williams Show'
The docuseries, slated for a 2027 premiere, will feature input from over 20 former staffers and the show's long-time executive producer.
The short version
- Peacock has greenlit a three-part documentary titled 'Clap If You Care: The Wendy Williams Show' (working title), set to premiere in 2027.
- The project is executive produced by Suzanne Bass, who spent 13 seasons as an executive producer on the daytime talk show, along with EverWonder Studio.
- Wendy Williams is not involved in the series, which plans to feature accounts from more than 20 former show staffers.
- The documentary focuses on Williams's career, the talk show's cultural impact, and the circumstances surrounding her exit from the series.
Key facts
- Peacock announced a three-part documentary series with the working title 'Clap If You Care: The Wendy Williams Show' scheduled to air in 2027.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
- Wendy Williams is not participating in or involved with the project.[Variety]
- Former daytime talk show executive producer Suzanne Bass is executive producing the documentary alongside EverWonder Studio's Ian Orefice, Jon Adler, Amanda Spain, and Missy Walker, as well as Chris Witherspoon and Vanessa Golembewski.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
- More than 20 former staffers of 'The Wendy Williams Show' are set to share behind-the-scenes accounts for the project.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
- 'The Wendy Williams Show' ran from 2008 until June 2022, ending after Williams took a leave of absence for health issues.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
Sources
- Wendy Williams Documentary Series ‘Clap If You Care,’ From the Host’s Longtime TV Producer, Picked Up at PeacockVariety metered
- Peacock Greenlights Three-Part ‘Wendy Williams Show’ DocumentaryThe Hollywood Reporter metered