She initially gained recognition as the first African American winner of the Miss America title when she was crowned Miss America 1984 in September 1983 .
Vanessa Williams ( born March 18 , 1963 ) is an American actress , singer , and fashion designer .
Vanessa Williams initially gained recognition as the first African American winner of the Miss America title when Vanessa Williams was crowned Miss America 1984 in September 1983 .
Vanessa Williams ( born March 18 , 1963 ) is an American actress , singer , and fashion designer .