R&B singer and Actress, Vesta Williams was reportedly found dead in a California hotel on Thursday, September 22. According to TMZ, reports indicate that prescription pills were found on the scene and that the police are treating this as an accident or possible suicide. A toxicology examination will take about six weeks.
Williams, who was 53 at the time of her death, was best known for her 1989 hit "Congratulations." She also had some success with other eighties hits like "Once Bitten, Twice Shy" and "Sweet, Sweet Love." As an Actress, she made several appearances on the television show, 'Sister, Sister' starring, Jackee Harry, where she played Harry's best friend, Monica. She was featured as a saloon singer in Mario Van Peebles' film, Posse.
Williams had struggled with weight, getting up to a size 26 after she lost her recording contract. She eventually lost 100 pounds, getting down to a size six and became an advocate for childhood obesity and juvenile diabetes.
On October 22nd, she will be remembered at the 21st annual "Divas Simply Singing" to be held in Los Angeles. The event will also honour another R&B singer, Teena Marie, who passed away last year. Williams was scheduled to perform at this event.
Williams leaves behind an adult daughter.
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