Did you know that Vanessa Williams relinquished her title, it was succeeded by Suzette Charles who was also afro american?

Did you know that Vanessa Lynn Williams was the first woman of African American descent to be crowned Miss America? 




Did you know that Vanessa Williams is an American pop/R&B recording artist,songwriter, and actress who has received Grammy, Emmy, andTony Award nominations?






Did you know that because of a scandal Williams had to relinquish her title early?

Did you know that in 1984 when Williams Relinquished her title, it was succeeded by Suzette Charles who was also afro american?

Did you know that Vanessa Williams studied piano and French horn growing up, but was most interested in singing and songwriting?


Did you know that Williams is most often referenced and publicly recognized simply as "Vanessa Williams? . 






Did you know there is, however, occasional confusion with similarly named actress Vanessa A. Williams, who is just two months younger?










Did you know that Vanessa Williams won a Academy Award For the Color Of The Wind?

1996

Best Song written for a Motion Picture

"Colors Of The Wind"

Winner - awarded to the writers of the song

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