50 Most Beautiful

Atlantans 2020

Actress; Age: 34

Insta: @melissa.l.williams

 Originally from: Oklahoma City Relationship status: In a relationship

This Ruthless actress—and Clark Atlanta University alum—is seriously stunning, and the world is taking notice. “Film and television has a love language all its own in that it’s a transformative medium that speaks to the makeup of being,” says the BET+ star. A pioneer for positivity and equality, the red wine lover credits her faith and sense of humor for keeping her down to earth despite her tremendous success.