If your video features her musical journey, focus on her growth from the "harmony anchor" of to a solo star.

Feature her signature high notes in "Say My Name" or her gospel-infused solo hits like "Say Yes" (feat. Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland).

The famous "sidewalk scene" in Manchester by the Sea . The Vibe: Intense, quiet, and deeply human. 3. The Teen Drama Icon (Dawson’s Creek)

Her heartbreaking performance as Alma in Brokeback Mountain .

Since "Best of Michelle Williams" could refer to three very different icons, I’ve drafted a piece that covers the highlights of each. Depending on the video you're putting together, you can lean into the one that fits your footage. 1. The Powerhouse Vocalist (Destiny’s Child & Solo)

Her eerie precision as Marilyn Monroe in My Week with Marilyn .