Wendy Williams' lawsuit against A+E Networks, which has been unsealed, alleges "exploitation."

Recently unveiled court documents reveal that Williams' guardian accused A+E Networks of exploiting the ex-talk show host, asserting that she lacked the capacity to provide consent for her participation in the documentary.

Newly revealed legal documents in Wendy Williams' lawsuit against A+E Networks shed light on the release of the documentary "Where Is Wendy Williams?" The filings suggest that A+E Networks produced the film without obtaining consent from Williams' court-appointed guardian. The documentary captured Williams' struggles with family, fame, and excessive alcohol consumption over several months.

According to the unsealed complaint, A+E Networks entered into a contract to film the documentary without valid authorization from Williams, who allegedly lacked the legal or mental capacity to consent at the time. Williams was reportedly misled, being told that the film would have a positive impact on her image.

The lawsuit filed by Wendy Williams' guardian against A+E Networks, regarding the release of the documentary "Where Is Wendy Williams?" alleges exploitation of the former talk show host, who lacked the capacity to consent to her involvement.

Despite the initial restraining order to block the documentary, it aired as planned to high ratings. The legal battle revolves around Williams' guardian's assertion that she was incapable of managing her own affairs due to a court-appointed guardianship.

The complaint claims that the documentary was produced without proper consent and misrepresented Williams' medical condition. Williams' camp argues that the documentary was approved and that they were unaware of her dementia diagnosis during filming.

Additionally, the documentary sheds light on allegations of financial abuse against Williams while under her son's care, raising questions about her guardianship.