Vanessa Williams is an American singer, actress, and fashion designer known for her versatile musical style, which spans pop, R&B, jazz, and Broadway. She first gained prominence in 1988 with her debut album "The Right Stuff", which earned her Grammy nominations for Best New Artist and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Williams' signature sound is marked by her smooth, sultry vocals and sophisticated musical arrangements. Her 1991 hit single "Save the Best for Last" is considered her most influential work, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.