(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Vanessa Williams required a supernatural clearing before taking on her role in 666 Park Avenue.

The actress portrays the devil's wife in the upcoming paranormal American TV drama series.

Before committing to the project, Vanessa ensured that she would not be inviting evil spirits into her world.

"I talked to one of my friends who is a spiritual adviser, and asked her about any special protection that I should have to make sure that we weren't delving into something that might be harmful or too dark," she told the US edition of OK! magazine.

"She guaranteed me that everything would be fine, and I did a little meditation just to clear things up."

Vanessa's previous television roles on Ugly Better and Desperate Housewives were lighthearted.

The star is pleased to dive into more dark work.

"I thought it was intriguing," Vanessa said.

"I like the fact that it's different from what I've been doing in the past six years, and I'm always willing to stretch myself. I'm up for a new challenge." (C) Cover Media