Historical Artist Profile
Vanessa Williams
Biography & Overview
Vanessa Lynn Williams (born March 18, 1963) is an American singer, actress, model, producer and dancer. She gained recognition as the first black woman to win the Miss America title when she was crowned Miss America 1984. She would later resign her title amid a media controversy surrounding nude photographs published in Penthouse magazine.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
6 Charted Tracks
"Save The Best For Last"
Entered Charts: 1992
#1 HIT
"Love Is (From "Beverly Hills, 90210")"
Entered Charts: 1993
Peak: #3
"Colors Of The Wind (From "Pocahontas")"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #4
"Dreamin'"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #8
"Running Back To You"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #18
"The Sweetest Days"
Entered Charts: 1994
Peak: #18
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
6 Charted Tracks
"Save The Best For Last"
Entered Charts: 1992
Peak: #3
"Colours Of The Wind"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #21
"The Sweetest Days"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #41
"The Way That You Love"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #52
"The Right Stuff"
Entered Charts: 1988
Peak: #71
"Dreamin'"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #74