After making history by becoming the first African American woman to be crowned Miss America, Vanessa Williams went on to a successful career as a singer and actress. As a singer, Williams has received numerous Grammy Award nominations. Some of her most popular songs are "Save The Best For Last", "Colors of the Wind", and "Running Back To You". Williams' film credits include "Eraser", "Hoodlum", and "Soul Food", and she has also starred in the television series "South Beach".
The issue of Penthouse magazine that published nude photos of Williams is illegal to own or trade because the centerfold model for that issue was an underage Traci Lords.
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