Vanessa Williams
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Vanessa Williams has been mentioned in 3 episodes across 3 podcasts, first heard Dec 2025 on 48 Hours. Discussed in the Ugly Betty story as Urie's boss on the show; credited with empowering him and helping his role expand beyond the pilot.
Vanessa Lynn Williams is an American singer, actress, model, producer and dancer. She gained recognition as the first Black woman to win the Miss America title when she was crowned Miss America 1984. She would later resign her title amid a media controversy surrounding nude photographs published in Penthouse magazine. Thirty-two years later, Williams was offered a public apology during the Miss America 2016 pageant for the events.
| Mentioned in | 3 episodes on 3 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on 48 Hours |
| Role | Singer and actress (former Miss America) |
| Affiliation | The Devil Wears Prada (stage production, London) (as discussed in episode) |
What do podcasts say about Vanessa Williams?
2 quotes, recorded on The Daily Show and Ringer NBA.
I played Vanessa Williams assistant on the show.
The Daily Show · · Hear itThey said, 'Ladies and gentlemen, we would like to welcome recording artist Vanessa Williams.'.
Ringer NBA · · Hear it
How do different shows talk about Vanessa Williams?
3 shows discussed Vanessa Williams in these episodes.
- The Daily Show — 1 episode
I played Vanessa Williams assistant on the show.
Michael Urie - “Shrinking" & Making Big Choices | The Daily Show - Ringer NBA — 1 episode
They said, 'Ladies and gentlemen, we would like to welcome recording artist Vanessa Williams.'.
Can the Warriors Still Contend Without Jimmy? Plus: Eight Things We Care About. | The Mismatch - 48 Hours — 1 episode
Who talks about Vanessa Williams on podcasts?
Vanessa Williams came up; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on The Daily Show.
Which podcasts mention Vanessa Williams most?
The Daily Show (1 episode), 48 Hours (1 episode) and Ringer NBA (1 episode) mention Vanessa Williams most.
- The Daily Show — 1 episode · More people from The Daily Show
- 48 Hours — 1 episode · More people from 48 Hours
- Ringer NBA — 1 episode · More people from Ringer NBA
What is Vanessa Williams mentioned alongside?
Vanessa Williams is most often mentioned alongside Michael Urie, Lindsay Braun and Reggie Reed Jr..
Worked with: Michael Urie
Mentioned together: Lindsay Braun, Reggie Reed Jr., Hooters, MPD, Betina Beverly, Group X, Tierney Wilds, Pamela Wilds, Ranger School, Audra Wilds