ICON

Vanessa Williams was the first black Ms. America in 1984. Everyone knows about her Penthouse scandal. Long short, when you think of all the things that this lovely woman has achieved. The negative pales in comparison, all that she has achieved thus far. Sometimes when a door is shut, it makes you fight harder to get to the next 'door' of your life. It truly speaks to, and shows one's true character. Ironically a dark moment, where the Ms. America vehicle wanted to slander her name. Years later, they wanted to do is showcase her name, the pageant's committee, had they audacity to ask her to participate in Ms. America promotions.



One of the great things about Vanessa Williams, is that she never looked back. A successful recording artist, a stage and screen actress, a mother. She has managed to stay present for over twenty-five years. Currently starring in the weekly hit series 'Ugly Betty' as Wilhelmina Slater, a first class b*tch, she pulls it off with ease. While on summer hiatus the ICONIC Vanessa Williams will release her 6Th studio CD entitled 'The Real Thing' on June 2-2009.



A ICON is someone who consistently raises the bar, exceeding expectations,and paves the way, while setting an example for others to follow. Being at the top of your game is NEVER easy, but with style, class and dignity it's your assured security blanket, that keeps your warm through the peaks and valleys. Longevity is earned and not given.

Thank You Ms. Vanessa Williams, for walking with your head held high, and for saying yes I did that too, but it didn't define me, look what else I was able to achieve, and I'm STILL here dammit!!