Norman Baker, the former producer of "The Wendy Williams Show," insists daytime television still lacks the host's irreverence. In a new interview, Baker stood up for Williams' legacy. He said he would not appear 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 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 said he walked away from those productions. He wanted no part in shows that treated her harshly. He stands by that decision.