The Latest Breaking News from Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Williams misses her mother 'tremendously'

Vanessa Williams is still coming to terms with the passing of her mother Helen last year as she had such a significant impact on her life.

BANG Premier · Jul 20, 2025

Vanessa Williams’ technicolour co-ord has to be the most joyful look from Wimbledon this year

She wore two Kate Middleton-approved brands as she headed to Centre Court

Woman & Home · Jul 13, 2025

Malala, Miss America and the MCC: welcome to the Women’s T20 World Cup launch

MCC’s inner sanctum, off-limits to women until 1999, hosts a quirky, feelgood event where more than three-quarters of attendees are female

The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2025

Vanessa Williams’ mother Helen dies days after watching her perform in London

In a post on Instagram announcing her death, Williams said her mother died due to complications from acute liver failure at The London Clinic.

Evening Standard · Jan 3, 2025

Vanessa Williams announces death of mother Helen, 85, during London visit for Devil Wears Prada

The actress, who is starring as Miranda Priestly, shared the tragic news on Instagram

Evening Standard · Jan 3, 2025

Vanessa Williams’ mother dies during London trip to see her West End show

‘Devil Wears Prada’ musical star is stepping back from her role following the bereavement

The Independent UK · Jan 3, 2025

Vanessa Williams' mother dies on birthday trip to London

Actress Vanessa Williams has been plunged into mourning after her mother Helen died during a birthday trip to London to see her daughter perform in the West End.

BANG Premier · Jan 3, 2025

The Devil Wears Prada musical redeems its original villain of toxic masculinity – and I'm not mad about it

The stage adaptation remains mostly faithful – but bad bratty boyfriend Nate is no longer the real devil

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2024

A night at the gala for The Devil Wears Prada: fashion, power and unapologetic glamour

This dazzling reinvention of the beloved 2006 just reminds us how London continues to hold its crown as the creative capital of the world

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2024

The Devil Wears Prada review – prosecco o’clock musical is old hat

It is dressed to impress and has powerhouse singing from Vanessa Williams but this retread of the hit book and film rings hollow

The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2024