Shout It Out!

Wendy and Simon have a lot in common — they both say it like they mean it.

Find out what Simon thinks about Lady Gaga, Susan Boyle and Whitney Houston.

Plus, is Mariah Carey joining “The X-Factor”? Simon reveals what he really thinks of Mariah and if she’ll be joining the hit show.

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Wendy’s take on Whitney Houston’s Interview with Oprah.

On today’s show Wendy became emotional when she talked about Whitney’s interview with Oprah and broke down when she discussed her own past battle with drug abuse.

Watch Wendy’s reaction now!

Tell Us: What did you think of Whitney’s interview?

On today’s show Wendy became emotional when she talked about Whitney’s interview with Oprah and broke down when she discussed her own past battle with drug abuse.

Tell Us: What did you think of Whitney’s interview?

The wait is finally over. You can buy Whitney Houston’s new album, I Look to you, at iTunes now!

Watch Wendy’s shout out to Whitney here and these other “Whitney Moments” from the show.

After Hot Topics, Wendy welcomed the incomparable, Vanessa Williams, as her first guest!

Vanessa congratulated Wendy on the honor of receiving a proclamation from the city of New York, declaring today, “Wendy Williams Day.” Watch the exclusive video as Wendy was surprised with this honor.

Vanessa Williams is "The Real Thing"

Then, Vanessa performed the title track off of her latest CD, “The Real Thing.” Make sure you buy your copy today.

For more info on Vanessa, visit her website, vanessawilliams.com.

Later in the show Wendy gave members of the audience advice in a segment we call “Ask Wendy.” If you have a question you want Wendy’s advice on, click here.

What Wendy’s Wearing?:
For the premiere show Wendy wore a pink long sleeve wrap blouse and ruched skirt from Norma Kamali with Christian Louboutins.

Accessories:
Hinge Mother of Pearl Bracelets: Pono by Joan Goodman
Earrings from Forever 21

Wendy is a huge Whitney Houston fan and cannot wait for her new album, “I Look To You,” to drop on August 31st.

In just a few weeks the highly anticipated album will hit stores and it’s already trending as one of the top 10 bestselling CDs on amazon.com.

Wendy’s dream guest is Whitney Houston, but she knows patience is a virtue.

So after Diane Sawyer and after Oprah, we’re keeping our fingers crossed that Whitney will stop by the show.

Don’t forget to pre-order your copy of Whitney’s CD today and visit whitneyhouston.com for all things Whitney.

Find out Wendy’s favorite Whitney Houston songs and read these other Whitney blogs.

"I Look To You," drops Aug. 31st

There’s only one Whitney.

Wendy is a huge Whitney Houston fan and cannot wait for her new album, “I Look To You,” to drop on August 31st.

We’re just a few weeks away until the highly anticipated album hits stores and it’s already trending as one of the top 10 bestselling CDs on amazon.com.

Check out these “Whitney Watch” moments from the show.

"I Look To You," drops Aug. 31st

The wait is almost over!

Due to the demand for Whitney Houston’s highly anticipated new album, ARISTA Records announced they are moving up the release date.

Fans now only need to wait until August 31st to buy Whitney’s album, but can download a free copy of the title track, “I Look To You” today, exclusively at whitneyhouston.com.

Keep reading for more details.

The final track list of “I Look To You” is:
1. Million Dollar Bill
2. Nothin’ But Love
3. Call You Tonight
4. I Look To You
5. Like I Never Left (feat. Akon)
6. A Song For You
7. I Didn’t Know My Own Strength
8. Worth It
9. For The Lovers
10. I Got You
11. Salute

For Wendy’s all time favorite Whitney songs, click here.

And don’t forget to pre-order your copy of Whitney’s new album.

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Whitney talks about her highly anticipated album.

At the L.A. listening party for Whitney’s new album, “I Look to You,” Whitney spoke to MTV about the process of getting back into the studio and why it was important to have the support of her daughter.

Watch the video now.

We can’t wait for Whitney’s new album. Only 36 more days!

Send Whitney your messages of love and support below!

And don’t forget: Pre-Order your copy of Whitney’s album today.

What Wendy’s Wearing: Wendy wore a black short sleeve t-shirt by Three Dots available at shop.nordstrom.com and a black, high-waisted bandage skirt by Di Hera from her personal closet. Find out more about Wendy’s look.

Hot Topics: Want more info on Holly Montag’s jewelry line? Visit her website, hollymontag.com. The new season of “The Hills” premieres in September.

Last night our Executive Producer was invited to an exclusive listening party for Whitney Houston’s new album in NYC and he says Whitney looked beautiful and the album was amazing.

Gail King, Alicia Keys, Diane Sawyer and other celebs were there for the exclusive event.

Don’t forget: Whitney’s album comes out September 1st. Pre-Order your copy on amazon.com.

Michael Urie: You love him on “Ugly Betty” and on today’s show, Michael broke the news that Jamie Lynn Sigler (from the “Sopranos” and “Entourage”) will join the cast this season.

Watch a clip of Michael from today’s show.

The new season of “Ugly Betty premieres October 9th at 8pm on ABC.

See Michael live on Broadway. Get tickets to Michael’s play, “The Tempermentals,” which has been extended through August 23rd.

Chrisette Michele: Wendy loves the talented and beautiful Chrisette Michele and we do too.

Buy her album on iTunes and visit her website, thisischrisettemichele.com. Make sure you follow Chrisette on Twitter and Wendy too!

Thursday on Wendy: Graham Norton from the new game show, “Most Popular.” Then find out how to make food from your favorite chain restaurants.

Just like the rest of us, Wendy is excited for Whitney Houston’s new album.

Whitney Houston's new album, "I Look To You," drops Aug. 31st

Word on the street is that Whitney’s album is off the charts and we can hardly wait until it drops, in just 50 days!

Some of Wendy’s all time favorite Whitney songs are:
“I Will Always Love You”
“Dance with Somebody”
“I’m Every Woman”
“My Love is Your Love”

Tell Us: What are YOUR favorite Whitney Houston songs?