Wendy Williams sparks outrage for mocking Joaquin Phoenix's 'cleft lip' on her talk show following his Golden Globes win
The controversial incident involving Wendy Williams mocking Joaquin Phoenix's "cleft lip" on her talk show sparked outrage, leading to public criticism and an eventual apology.
During the Hot Topics segment of her show on January 7, Wendy Williams made comments on the actor's appearance, including remarks about his scar on the upper lip and references to a cleft lip. Her actions were perceived as bullying, gaining attention when Canadian football player Adam Bighill, who has a cleft lip and palate, criticized her in a tweet.
The tweet ignited a wave of backlash from viewers and public figures, including British TV personality Carol Vorderman, prompting Williams to issue an apology. She also announced that her show would be donating to charities supporting those with cleft lips and palat...