Profile
Famous as :
Gospel singerBirth Name :
Tenitra Michelle WilliamsBirth Date :
July 23, 1980Birth Place :
Rockford, Illinois, USAClaim to fame :
One-third of Destiny's Child
Michelle Williams Denies Destiny's Child Reunion Rumor
September 02, 2009 01:09:46Michelle Williams (II) puts the brake on false rumor about her suggesting Destiny's Child's reunion project. "I NEVER SAID DC is getting back together. Just bcuz I said we love each other and are sisters....they took that quote ran with it! Sorry!," she tweeted.
Report that Destiny's Child will reunite next year came one day before Michelle Williams' Twitter post. The speculation emerged after a source said, "They still have another album they owe their label Columbia Records on their contract."
Michelle Williams Wants Justin Timberlake for Duet
January 03, 2009 12:01:56When it comes to name with whom she would like to collaborate, Michelle Williams (II) is quick to say that Justin Timberlake is on top of her wish list. On that matter, she admits to have admired him for his hard-working attitude.
"I like Justin Timberlake. He is not only hot, he also has an amazing work ethic," the former member of Destiny's Child shared as quoted by The West. "If I met him I would ask him if we could do a duet. By duet, I mean make a record together!"
Video Premiere: Michelle Williams' 'The Greatest'
October 21, 2008 02:10:41Former Destiny's Child's singer, Michelle Williams (II), has debuted a music video to promote her new love single "The Greatest". Starting to roll with a capture of her donning a black tube gown and singing the song on her bed, the video mostly shows Williams' deep love for her boyfriend. Her on-bed appearance is sometimes cut with another scene where her man is on the field coaching his football players.
"The Greatest" is a ballad song listed on her third solo studio album "Unexpected", which has been in stores since October 7 in the U.S. "I'm making a statement with this album - Michelle is feisty. She's not the quiet one. She's not at church 24/7. She's not on the altar sprinkling blessed oil everywhere. She has fun," she speaks of her latest record.
Artist of the Week: Michelle Williams
October 06, 2008 01:10:36A child then, a grown woman now, Michelle Williams (II) has accomplished a lot in her career that branches out from singing to acting. The former Destiny's Child member is on the verge of releasing her third studio album, "Unexpected" which she said as the account of her unexpected life.
At the age of 28, Michelle has released multi-platinum albums with Destiny, and dropped two gospel albums along with two stage productions, "Aida" and "The Color Purple". She has also conquered the small screen world playing an HIV-positive record producer named Naomi Dawson in UPN's comedy series "Half & Half".
Michele Williams Refuses to Rejoin Destiny's Child
September 24, 2008 02:09:05Former member of Destiny's Child, Michelle Williams (II) has spoken out about her reluctance to reunite with the R&B and pop girl group. "I haven't heard anything about a Destiny's Child reunion. I'm focusing on me now and want to stand on my own two feet," the singer says.
The 28-year-old singer, furthermore, reveals that she is on the way of slowly building a strong basis for her solo career. "I'm definitely carving out my own niche. I don't look to them for anything. I've got a long way to go cos I'm starting over but I'm happy for it to build slowly," she adds in a statement.
Video Premiere: Michelle Williams' 'We Break the Dawn'
May 21, 2008 09:05:58Michelle Williams (II)' new clip for her single "We Break the Dawn" has been premiered on May 19. The video which sees lots of dance moves was shot in Los Angeles and was directed by renown director Phil Griffin, who has worked with other famous names, such as Prince and Amy Winehouse.
The single is being set as the first from Michelle's upcoming new LP "Unexpected". The song is co-written by Beyonce Knowles' sister Solange Knowles. After dropping the first single the R 'n' B singer has confirmed "Stop this Car" as the follow up.
Michelle Williams' 'Unexpected' Release Date and Tracklisting Unveiled
April 02, 2008 02:04:15In a press release issued today (April 2), it is revealed that Michelle Williams (II)'s "Unexpected" album will arrive in stores on August 12 with first single being "We Break the Dawn" that was already debuted late last month. The album is executive-produced by Beyonce Knowles' father Matthew and features an impressive list of other producers.
Those forming the producer panel are Stargate; Jim Jonsin (Jamie Foxx, Lil Wayne); Rico Love (Usher, Tiffany Evans); Wayne Wilkins (Pink, No Doubt); and Andrew Frampton (Natasha Bedingfield, Kylie Minogue). The last two producers in particular have produced "We Break the Dawn" which is co-written by Beyonce's singer sister Solange Knowles. The second single is slated to be the Stargate-produced track "We Stop This Car".
'We Break the Dawn', First Single From Michelle Williams
April 01, 2008 09:04:08A new joint from Michelle Williams (II), the ex-member of Destiny's Child, has been debuted on People.com yesterday, March 31. The brand new single called "We Break the Dawn" will be the first single off her upcoming album "Unexpected".
"We Break the Dawn" is a synth-infused song that tells about a woman enjoying a time in a club. It was initially set for the second single after "Stop the Car" but the sequence has been turned around since. A music video for "Dawn" has been planned but Williams said that she will premiere it after she completes her role in Broadway's "The Color Purple".
Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams to Debut New Single Next Week
March 29, 2008 11:03:21Former member of Destiny's Child, Michelle Williams (II) said on her official site that she will give the exclusive right to her new single to People.com. "We Break the Dawn", the first single from her upcoming album, "Unexpected" will be serviced to the publication on March 31.
"We Break the Dawn" will be followed by the Stargate-produced "Stop This Car" which was initially meant to be the lead single. Williams who is involved in the Broadway musical "The Color Purple", said that there will be a music video which will be released once she is done with the stage play.
Destiny's Child Reunited at Beyonce's Concert
September 04, 2007 10:09:44
Destiny's Child has reunited briefly on Sunday, September 2. Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams have both joined Beyonce Knowles on stage to finish the song 'Survivor' during a 'The Beyonce Experience' concert.
The surprise appearance that took place in Los Angeles' Staples Center was prepared as part of Beyonce's birthday. The singer will turn 26 on September 4 and her close affiliates including boyfriend Jay-Z have decided to give a big celebration.
Two Haven't Ruled Out Destiny's Child's Reunion
May 23, 2007 03:05:53
It turns out that Destiny's Child is not so deeply buried after all. Member Kelly Rowland makes sure that the group will get back together again and perform, someday.
"We listen to each other's songs and offer constructive criticism," Rowland said. "We went our separate ways because we're getting older and have different personal goals. But we might get back together one day. For now, we're giving each other space."
Michelle Williams' Destiny Is to Join "The Color Purple" Musical
March 01, 2007 10:03:38
While her two other pals are busy with their solo singing career, Michelle Williams (II) makes her own, joining Jeannette Bayardelle and Felicia P. Fields to star in the Chicago production of "The Color Purple" musical.
The stage version of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, set to kick off at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre April 17-July 22, will see the former Destiny's Child member plays the role of Shug Avery, a sexy blues singer.
