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

Baker said daytime television continues to feel Williams' absence. He said he turned down offers to appear in projects about her. He did not want to be involved in something that would disparage her.

His comments provide a contrast to recent portrayals. Baker noted he distanced himself from those productions. He did not want any role in shows that made her look bad. He stands by that decision.