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The Wendy Williams Show returned to television on Monday – with her rumored boyfriend, DJ Boof, nowhere in sight.

The host, 56, and fans were surprised to see a new DJ starring in the daytime program.

Wendy Williams and DJ Boof are seen here at Hot 97 Summer Jam in New Jersey in June 2019
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Wendy Williams and DJ Boof are seen here at Hot 97 Summer Jam in New Jersey in June 2019Credit: Rex Features

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Was DJ Boof fired from the daytime show?

According to , the show’s music man has been axed as it was announced he will not be appearing on the current season.

When returned from its summer hiatus on Monday, DJ Boof was not seen on the show.

DJ Boof was nowhere in sight during The Wendy Williams Show's return on Monday
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DJ Boof was nowhere in sight during The Wendy Williams Show's return on MondayCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Has DJ Boof been replaced?

On Monday’s premiere, Power 105.1 personality, DJ Suss One, appeared on the show – seemingly confirming that DJ Boof was replaced.

Suss One – who famously DJ’s for Mariah Carey – confirmed on his Instagram that the gig would be all season long.

DJ Boof posted this pic with the daytime television host in October 2019
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DJ Boof posted this pic with the daytime television host in October 2019

"I’m spinning on the @wendyshow every weekday Monday thru Friday starting today. Season 12,” he wrote on Instagram alongside a picture posing on set.

Are DJ Boof and Wendy Williams dating?

For months, it’s been rumored that the pair have been dating.

But as of this week, Wendy and no longer follow each other on Instagram.

A new DJ appeared on the host's show this week
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A new DJ appeared on the host's show this weekCredit: The Wendy Williams Show

Wendy during the show’s opening monologue, telling viewers: "I know men friends. I was having dates and stuff. I'm single. I live in now.

“I sold the house in . But then the past five months have been really weird.”

Wendy she was dating DJ Boof in May when she posted to as they were driving together.

As she leaned into Boof – who was operating the vehicle – the outspoken personality gushed about her “beautiful Saturday with my special friend.”

The apparently former lovers are seen here in October 2019
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The apparently former lovers are seen here in October 2019Credit: Getty Images

What did Wendy say during her show on Monday?

During her season 12 entrance this week, Wendy broke down in tears during the return after her several-month break off the air.

She seemed genuinely choked up as she dabbed her eyes and fanned her face.

Wendy broke down in tears during the return after her several-month break off the air
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Wendy broke down in tears during the return after her several-month break off the airCredit: Fox

The host said as she kicked off Hot Topics: "I'm so happy to be back. It's been a long seven months for us here at Wendy, and I'm sure for you too.

“… and what a mess.”

Wendy continued of her lonely love life: ”Where do you get a hug? Shout out to all the single people – men and women.

DJ Boof and Wendy no longer follow each other on Instagram
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DJ Boof and Wendy no longer follow each other on InstagramCredit: Getty Images - Getty

“Where do you get a hug? How do you really get touched? Well, I've slipped up a couple of times I must say.”

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Wendy Williams breaks down in tears as she steps onto show set for first time in seven months after life was a 'mess'
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