Vanessa A. Williams, at an authoritative 5ft 7 ½ (171.5 cm), commands the screen with her statuesque height that amplifies her powerful presence in dramatic roles.
Often credited as Vanessa L. Williams or Vanessa A. Williams to distinguish from the former Miss America, she is renowned for standout performances in Soul Food, Melrose Place, and films like Candyman and New Jack City, where her 171.5 cm frame enhances her portrayals of resilient, formidable women.