How many awards has Vanessa won?

Answer 1

You probably are referring to Vanessa L. Williams the singer, actress and former Miss America who starred in the movie version of "Soul Food," and not Vanessa A. Williams, who appeared in the original "Melrose Place" television series and the TV version of "Soul Food."

Vanessa L. Williams, who currently stars on "Desperate Housewives," has received numerous nominations, including recognition at the Tonys, the Grammys and the Emmys. But she has never won any of the Big Four awards, although she recorded "Colors of the Wind" from the 1995 Disney animated film "Pocahontas." The tune won the Oscar for Best Original Song, but Williams did not share in the award.

She has won several other honors, including a Theatre World award and six NAACP Image awards.