Thomas D. Williams, the father of TV personality Wendy Williams, has passed away at the age of 94.
The news was shared by Wendy’s niece and goddaughter, news anchor Alex Finnie, on Instagram on Sunday, February 8. She posted a heartfelt tribute alongside a touching montage of photos and videos.
“I’ll be loving you always,” Alex began. “It is with an extremely heavy heart that I share — after 94 years of extraordinary love, strength, brilliance, and wisdom, my grandfather Thomas D. Williams has passed.
“I know he is in heaven with Nana, watching over our family and continuing to guide us as he always has.
“My grandfather was truly a man of great intellect — an author, educator, and keeper of historical facts. Papa poured so much into both our family and the community. I miss him tremendously.
“I’m a little lost for words right now, but I love you endlessly, Papa. Give Nana a kiss for me.”
Fans and followers quickly flooded the comments with condolences and kind words.
One wrote, “Awww, I’m so sorry for your loss, Alex, and for your family. Tom was such a sweet and dapper man with a special sparkle in his eyes. May he rest in peace.”
Another added, “My condolences. Wendy will miss her dad dearly. Rest in Peace, Mr. Williams.”
Wendy, 61, was last seen publicly with her father in February 2025, when she celebrated his birthday in Miami.
