Photograph of Gorgeous, Talented Vanessa Williams

The title subsequently went to first-runner up Suzette Charles, also African-American. Vanessa is quoted as saying "the best revenge is success." Williams secured a record deal and released her debut album, The Right Stuff in 1988. The album reached gold status in the U.S. and earned her three Grammy Award nominations, including one for best new artist.

Her second album, The Comfort Zone, became the biggest success in her music career, selling 2.2 million copies in the U.S. and has been certified three times platinum in the United States, gold in Canada and platinum in the United Kingdom. It won her five Grammy Award nominations.

Black and White promotional photograph of Williams autographed with Best Wishes. Excellent condition.