Kevin Hunter was enjoying the high life during his marriage to Wendy Williams, but after their messy divorce, his financial situation took a nosedive. Now, his life is a stark contrast to the luxury he once knew as Wendy’s husband.
A Messy Divorce
Wendy Williams and Kevin Hunter shared a lot more than just their son, Kevin Jr. Together, they co-founded Wendy Williams Productions, with Kevin working as an executive producer on her talk show. They also ran a non-profit called the Hunter Foundation, which focused on drug rehabilitation programs, education services, and prevention.
However, their marriage hit the rocks publicly in 2017 when the Daily Mail published photos of Kevin with another woman, Sharina Hudson. The report alleged that Kevin and Sharina had been romantically involved for over a decade. Wendy assured her fans that the rumors were just fake news. But the infidelity gossip flared up again in the spring of 2019 when news broke that Sharina had given birth to a baby girl named Journey—and Kevin was the father. Suddenly, Wendy found herself the subject of the very headlines she often discussed on her show.
In early 2019, Wendy took an extended break from her show and returned in March to reveal she had been living in a sober house with a 24-hour sober coach. By April 2019, Wendy, then 54, decided to end her 21-year marriage to 46-year-old Kevin by filing for divorce. Unfortunately for Wendy, they didn’t have a prenup.
Kevin’s Double Life Revealed
She later revealed that she had known about Kevin’s double life for years. She called him a serial cheater, saying he had been seeing other women while they were dating, after they got married, and even when she was on bed rest and pregnant with their son. She waited until everything was in place before ending things with him. According to The Daily Mail, after their split, Kevin was living it up with Sharina, all on Wendy’s dime. Reports showed Kevin driving around in a convertible Rolls Royce, gifting Sharina a Ferrari, a diamond necklace, and a Chanel bag. They were reportedly living in a New Jersey home that Kevin had bought for Sharina back in 2016, just minutes from the home he shared with Wendy. When Wendy found out about the secret love nest, she spray-painted “Wendy and Kevin Forever” on the house, glued the mailbox shut, and spray-painted it pink.
A few days after Wendy filed for divorce, Kevin released a statement saying, “I am not proud of my recent actions and take full accountability. I apologize to my wife, my family, and her amazing fans.” He said he would fully support Wendy in her business and any challenges she faced. But Wendy had other ideas. TMZ reported that the studio where Wendy’s show was filmed hired extra security in case Kevin, who was known to have a temper, caused any trouble. Just seven days after Wendy filed for divorce, Kevin was fired as executive producer of The Wendy Williams Show. Bossip reported that Kevin was set to receive a $10 million payout to leave the show permanently.
October 2019: Court Orders and Alimony
In October 2019, Wendy Williams was ordered to pay her ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, $250,000 so he could secure new living arrangements. Additionally, she had to pay him alimony. Kevin was instructed to permanently leave their marital home in New Jersey, which was then put on the market. The couple agreed to split the proceeds from the sale.
Finalizing the Divorce
The divorce was finalized in January 2020. Kevin signed over his shares of Wendy Williams Productions but kept his cars and separate businesses. Wendy retained their joint bank account, and they dissolved their non-profit organization. An insider told HollywoodLife that the divorce was a huge relief for Wendy. Their marital home sold for $1.4 million, seemingly ending their connection. However, Wendy later revealed to Extra that they were still in contact, saying, “He calls from time to time. I don’t block his number though. He’s my son’s father.”
Post-Divorce Developments
In June 2021, The Sun reported that Kevin, his new partner Sharina Hudson, and their daughter had moved to Coral Springs, Florida. Kevin opened a barbershop called Headhunters and started a publishing house named Hunter Publishing Group. Sharina ran an online vegan chef business. Engagement rumors began when Sharina was seen wearing a large diamond ring.
Legal Battle
In March 2022, People magazine reported that Kevin sued Wendy’s talk show for wrongful termination, claiming he was fired “on the basis of his marital status,” which is prohibited by New York City Human Rights Law. He sought at least $7 million in damages, including punitive damages, lost wages, and legal fees. As of now, court documents indicate that the case is still pending.
Months later, he took to Instagram to brag about being part of the team that built the talk show, giving shoutouts to both Wendy and Sharina. He wrote, “That includes my current lady now because it takes a village. Yeah, I said it. Whoever doesn’t like it, they just ain’t gonna like it.” Seriously?
Financial Guardianship
In May 2022, Wells Fargo Bank declared Wendy incapacitated and in need of financial guardianship. They froze her accounts, claiming she was a victim of undue influence and financial exploitation. Despite her attorney insisting she was of sound mind and health, a New York judge appointed a guardian to oversee her finances. After reviewing everything, the guardian removed Wendy’s 22-year-old son and Kevin from the payroll. Her son ended up getting evicted from his Miami apartment for not paying rent, while Kevin scrambled to file a lawsuit to get his alimony payments reinstated. He told the court he was broke and couldn’t pay his bills. But in February 2023, a judge denied his request, explaining that alimony payments were only valid as long as Wendy was employed. Since her talk show ended in June 2022, she didn’t have to pay him a dime. Facing tough times, Kevin put the Florida home he shared with Sharina on the market for $1.3 million in July 2023. It’s unclear where they are living now, but their Instagram profiles confirm they are still together.
Wendy’s Future: A New Chapter with Challenges Ahead
Wendy has big plans for the future, promising to launch several new ventures. However, her journey hasn’t been easy, with multiple stints in rehab. In June 2023, Entertainment Tonight reported she checked into a treatment center for alcohol abuse. Her son shared his worries with the U.S. Sun, explaining that her body doesn’t handle alcohol like most people, making him very concerned for her health. He also expressed doubts about the people around her, including the court-appointed guardian who controls her finances.
At the moment, Kevin and their son are still cut off from Wendy’s fortune, a situation that has sparked mixed reactions. Many fans just want to see her get better and return to doing what she loves, free from the emotional baggage and drama that her past relationship with Kevin brought into her life.