Vanessa Renee Williams, (born November 28, 1960) is an American gospel music singer.
Vanessa R. Williams | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Vanessa Renee Williams |
| Born | November 28, 1960 |
| Origin | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Gospel |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | Light Records Bajada Records |
Early life
editVanessa Renee Williams was born on November 28, 1960 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Career
editAfter working as a public school art teacher for many years, she signed with Light Records and Bajada Records. Her debut album Vanessa was released in 2002 and made the top ten of Billboard magazine's gospel albums chart.[1] Her follow-up album Here I Go Again was released in 2004.[2] She performed for several years with Yolanda Adams and as a member of Richard Smallwood's ensemble Vision.[3]
References
edit- ^ Kenny Taylor, "In His Name: DC – 'Still Representing!'". The Washington Informer, October 2, 2002.
- ^ "Vanessa R. Williams inspires on Bajada label; Andre Ward 'Steps in the Name of Love'", Chicago Defender, June 12, 2004
- ^ Vanessa Williams, The Kennedy Center (accessed 2015-02-26).
External links
edit- Artist Direct bio
- Gospel City bio
- Interview at VocalMusician.com