Vanessa Williams reveals what King Charles is really like

Vanessa Williams reveals what King Charles is really like Vanessa Williams has revealed King Charles came across as "down to earth and personable" during their brief encounter. 20 October 2025 Vanessa Williams says King Charles came across as "down to earth" when they met. Photo: Getty Images The former Desperate Housewives star had a brush with royalty at last year's Royal Variety Show in London. Reflecting on her time in the British capital-where she's lived for the past two years - the American actress called meeting the "lovely" monarch the highlight of her UK chapter so far.