Pharrell Williams - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	April 05, 1973
Age	52
Birthplace	Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA
Zodiac Sign	Aries
Chinese Zodiac	Ox
Generation	Generation X
Known For	Producing hit records as half of The Neptunes; solo hits like 'Happy'; member of N.E.R.D.; multiple Grammy Awards.

Intro

Pharrell Williams is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and entrepreneur, known for his influential contributions to pop, hip hop, and R&B music. He is a founding member of the production duo The Neptunes and the band N.E.R.D., and has produced hit songs for numerous artists as well as acclaimed solo work.

Early Life & Background

Pharrell Williams grew up in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where he attended Princess Anne High School. His early musical interests were supported by his family, and he met future musical partner Chad Hugo in a seventh-grade summer band camp. Together, they formed The Neptunes, setting the foundation for his career in music.

Career Highlights

Co-founder of The Neptunes, the production duo known for shaping the sound of popular music in the late 1990s and 2000s [1][2].
Frontman of the band N.E.R.D.
Produced hit songs for artists such as Britney Spears ('I'm a Slave 4 U'), Jay-Z ('I Just Wanna Love U'), and Justin Timberlake ('Like I Love You').
Released the international hit single 'Happy' in 2013, which achieved critical and commercial success [3][4].
Winner of multiple Grammy Awards, including Producer of the Year [1][2].
Co-founder of the streetwear brands Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream [5].
Served as a coach on 'The Voice' in the United States [6].

Trivia

Williams is known for his signature wide-brimmed hats, notably worn at the 2014 Grammy Awards.
He has been involved in various environmental and educational initiatives.
Composed the score for the film 'Hidden Figures.'

FAQs

How old is Pharrell Williams?

Pharrell Williams is 52 years old.

When was Pharrell Williams born?

Pharrell Williams was born the 5 April 1973.

Where is Pharrell Williams from?

Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About April 5th, 1973, in brief:

Historical events: Representatives of the American Indian Movement (AIM) and the U.S. government signed an agreement to end the 37-day siege of Wounded Knee, South Dakota, involving AIM and militants from the Oglala Sioux nation, marking a significant moment in Native American civil rights history.
Day of the week: April 5th, 1973 was a Thursday
Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
#1 US song: The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia by Vicki Lawrence
#1 UK song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree by Dawn featuring Tony Orlando
Popular movie: Amarcord directed by Federico Fellini

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