Norman Baker, the former producer of "The Wendy Williams Show," says daytime television has not regained the host's irreverence. In a new interview, Baker championed Williams' legacy. He said he refused to participate in documentaries about her because he did not want to be involved in trashing her.

Baker said daytime television has not escaped Williams' absence. He said he declined invitations to appear in projects about her. He did not want to be involved in something that would disparage her.

His comments offer a counterpoint to recent portrayals. Baker explained he stayed away from those productions. He did not want any role in shows that put her in a bad light. He has not changed his stance.