Vanessa Williams » Trivia

first black miss america.

Daughter, Sasha Gabriella Fox, born 1 May 2000 in NYC.

Grew up in Millwood, New York, USA

Ranked #56 on VH1's 100 Sexiest Artists.

Was introduced to husband Rick Fox by his then-girlfriend, model Tyra Banks. When his romance with Banks ended, Fox and Williams began dating.

Has three children: Melanie (b. 1987), Jillian (b. 1989), and Devin (b. 1993).

Former Miss America 1984, resigned after nude photos surfaced in Penthouse magazine. The centerfold model for that issue was 16-year-old Traci Lords. Because Ms. Lords was underage, it is illegal to own or trade that issue of the magazine, unless the centerfold pictorial is removed.

Was the first black contestant in the hot seat on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" (1999/I).

Is the sister of Chris Williams.

Was nominated for Broadway's 2002 Tony Award as Best Actress (Musical) for a revival of "Into The Woods."

Attended New York's prestigious School of Performing Arts, the high school that was the setting for the movie and TV series "Fame" (1982).

Often confused with actress Vanessa Williams.

Spokesperson for Proactive Solution (Acne Medication).

Dropped out of Syracuse University to pursue Miss America crown; never finished degree.

Measurements: 34B/C-24-34 (Source: Celebrity Sleuth magazine)