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You Have No Idea : A Famous Daughter, Her No-Nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (And Each Other) by Vanessa Williams and Helen Williams (2012, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101592407072
ISBN-139781592407071
eBay Product ID (ePID)111001103
Product Key Features
Book TitleYou Have No Idea : A Famous Daughter, Her No-Nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (And Each Other)
Number of Pages304 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicComposers & Musicians, Parenting / Motherhood, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Motivational & Inspirational
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreFamily & Relationships, Self-Help, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorVanessa Williams, Helen Williams
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight18.3 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2012-004933
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsVanessa Williams is such an inspiration, and her mother, Helen, is a dynamo. You Have No Idea is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and will ultimately leave you empowered to face whatever challenges life throws at you with grace and poise-just like these ladies have., Vanessa Williams is one of the most beautiful, talented, elegant and complex women I have ever come to know. Her story is sure to be an inspiration and a path for many who find themselves challenged but determined to succeed against all odds., I have known Vanessa for many years and have had the great pleasure of working with her in the past. She is a strong, dynamic, and truly remarkable woman and her story is one for the ages. You Have No Idea is a must read!, Vanessa Williams is a beautiful human being with a fascinating story-one of dignity in the face of adversity, determination leading to triumph. She is a wonderful mother, a devoted daughter, a gifted actress, a brilliant performer, and a dedicated friend who has always shown up for me-and so many others-when it mattered most., It's about time Vanessa Williams wrote a book about her life. Few have triumphed in as many aspects of show business and few have survived as much personal adversity. I promise you will be entertained, touched and inspired by this wonderful woman's story. (And if it sounds like I have a crush on her, I totally do.), Vanessa Williams is such an inspiration, and her mother, Helen, is a dynamo. You Have No Idea is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and will ultimately leave you empowered to face whatever challenges life throws at you with grace and poise--just like these ladies have., Vanessa Williams is such an inspiration, and her mother, Helen, is a dynamo. You Have No Idea is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and will ultimately leave you empowered to face whatever challenges life throws at you with grace and poise--just like these ladies have., I have known Vanessa for many years and have had the great pleasure of working with her in the past. She is a strong, dynamic, and truly remarkable woman and her story is one for the ages. You Have No Idea is a must read!, Vanessa Williams is one of the most beautiful, talented, elegant and complex women I have ever come to know. Her story is sure to be an inspiration and a path for many who find themselves challenged but determined to succeed against all odds., Vanessa Williams is a beautiful human being with a fascinating story--one of dignity in the face of adversity, determination leading to triumph. She is a wonderful mother, a devoted daughter, a gifted actress, a brilliant performer, and a dedicated friend who has always shown up for me--and so many others--when it mattered most., Vanessa Williams is a beautiful human being with a fascinating story--one of dignity in the face of adversity, determination leading to triumph. She isa wonderful mother, a devoted daughter, a gifted actress, a brilliant performer, and a dedicated friend who hasalways shown up for me--and so many others--when it mattered most.
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal782.42164092 B
SynopsisThe highly anticipated first book by a widely respected entertainer whose career highlights include The Right Stuff, Ugly Betty, Desperate Housewives , and former Miss America When Vanessa Williams was growing up, she had a plan: She'd go to college and major in musical theater; afterward she'd get her MFA from the Yale School of Drama, and then she would embark on a successful career on Broadway. And to make sure she stayed on that path, her mother, Helen Williams, gave her a list of things that she should never-- ever--do. Near the top of that list was "never ever pose nude for anyone." So when Vanessa became the first African-American woman to win the title of Miss America in September 1983 (an accomplishment that she never planned for or desired), only to be forced to resign ten months later due to a nude photo scandal, the lives of both Vanessa and Helen took an unexpected turn. But Vanessa survived this setback, and many others to come, to enjoy a thirty-plus-year career as an award-winning singer and actress. Vanessa has been asked to write her memoir many times, but only now--with the help of her mother--is she ready to tell her story. Vanessa grew up in Millwood, New York, part of one of the town's only black families. As a teenager, Vanessa defied Helen, flirting with boys, drinking, and smoking pot. But despite their early conflicts, Helen has always ardently protected her daughter, staying in contact with the FBI about the multiple death threats Vanessa received after being crowned and being there for her during the dissolution of her two marriages. Now the mother of four children, Vanessa describes how she's made it through the ups and downs of her life as well as her career. Jointly written by Vanessa and Helen and filled with dozens of personal family photos and mementos, You Have No Idea is an empowering celebration of the love between a mother and daughter and the life of a woman who beat the odds to achieve her destiny.
LC Classification NumberML420.W55214W55 2012
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- Apr 05, 2022
good to read if bored
i found it hard to follow when the mother is talking/writing and then the mother speaks/writes her version. Then it starts in the present and goes back to the past and back and forth.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 06, 2016
You Have No Idea by Vanessa Williams is a keepsake from a beautiful role model & trailblazer! Thank you!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
