Michelle Williams (Dawson’s Creek) and Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child) have finally met for the first time.
Dawson’s Creek Michelle, 44, attended the Broadway play Death Becomes Her, in which Destiny’s Child Michelle, 45, is performing.
Michelle the singer posted a video on Instagram in which she teased the big event – the first meeting of the Michelles.
As she rifled through headshots of Michelle the actress the camera panned wide and revealed the two Michelles were both in the dressing room.
‘Who should I make it out to?’ the Dying for Sex star asked, as Williams joked, ‘Would you make them out to meeeee?’
She captioned the post, ‘FINALLY.’
Michelle Williams (Dawson’s Creek) and Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child) have finally met for the first time
Dawson’s Creek Michelle, 44, attended the Broadway play Death Becomes Her, in which Destiny’s Child Michelle, 45, is performing
For decades, people have confused the two stars, with Destiny’s Child Michelle even getting Dawson’s Creek Michelle’s mail from time to time.
Michelle the singer and actress, shared a ‘dressing room update’ where she began by touting the success of her current project, the Broadway adaption of Death Becomes Her.
‘Just really excited about today. You guys know about two weeks ago we celebrated 100 shows, and now, today, it probably makes about 116 shows done,’ she said while keeping a cool and calm demeanor. ‘I love that for us.’
It’s at this point that she changed direction to announce she ‘got a new letter’ from a fan in Germany,’ all while flashing that same calm smile, and throwing in a bit of irony and sarcasm.
‘This is great. Absolutely phenomenal. Absolutely great.’
From there, the Heart To Yours star began to set up how she has yet again received fan mail meant for the namesake actress, only this time the person who sent it not only got the two ladies mixed up, but also some of their resume credits.
‘There are some things that you think: man what’s it going to take the cake? Man what’s going to be better than the other? What can happen?’ she continued, before adding, ‘And so I received this letter and I can’t wait to dig in and tell you guys what it says.’
‘It says Dear Michelle Williams, I hope this letter finds you in great spirits. My name is Phillip, and I have been an avid fan of your incredible performances in both film and theater,’ which is all correct, but then comes the resume mixup.
Michelle the singer posted a video on Instagram in which she teased the big event – the first meeting of the Michelles
As she rifled through headshots of Michelle the actress the camera panned wide and revealed the two Michelles were both in the dressing room. Seen here in 2024
‘Who should I make it out to?’ the Dying for Sex star asked, as Williams joked, ‘Would you make them out to meeeee?’ She captioned the post, ‘FINALLY.’ Seen here in 2025
For decades, people have confused the two stars, with Destiny’s Child Michelle even getting Dawson’s Creek Michelle’s mail from time to time. Seen here in 2000
‘Your work in movies like Blue Valentine (2010), Manchester By The Sea (2016), and The Greatest Showman (2017) has deeply moved me and others, showcasing your exceptional talent.’
It turns out, all of those stellar films are performances by the other Michelle Williams, who hails from Kalispell, Montana.
The Rockford, Illinois native (born Tenitra Michelle Williams) continued on with the fan mail where he asks if she ‘would consider signing the enclosed photos that I have of you.
‘Having your autograph would mean so much for me and my daughter as we admire your artistry.’
The fan does get the facts right when he adds, ‘Furthermore, I wish you the best and much success with your current production of Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.
‘I am sure that your captivating performances will leave a lasting impression on the audience.’
After soaking in the compliment, seemingly for her, she wrapped up the last line of the letter.
‘Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and look forward to your future projects and continued success in your career. Warm regards, Phillip.’
Michelle the singer and actress, read fan mail meant for Michelle the Oscar winner
Still keeping a straight face and relaxed body language, The Color Purple actress and singer began to hold up the three different photos that fan sent her, only they were of Michelle Williams, the Brokeback Mountain actress.
While holding the three pictures of the other Michelle she said, ‘Thank you Phillip. Thank you so much. This is absolutely brilliant.’
Before placing them down, the Say Yes singer highlighted one of the images of her namesake to compliment her blonde bob-cut: ‘Her hair is fabulous.’
