| Pharrell Williams | |
|---|---|
 Williams at the 89th Academy Awards | |
| 2 Nominations | |
| Role | Composer, Producer, Singer |
| Born | April 5, 1973 |
| Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA | |
Pharrell Williams is an American singer-songwriter, rapper, record producer, fashion designer, and drummer. Williams and Chad Hugo make up the record production duo The Neptunes, producing soul, hip hop and R&B music. He is also the lead vocalist and drummer of rock, funk, and hip hop band N.E.R.D. He released his first single "Frontin'" in 2003 and followed up with his debut solo album "In My Mind" in 2006. He will release his second album in 2014. As part of The Neptunes, Williams has produced numerous hit singles for various musicians. Williams has earned multiple Grammy Awards including two with The Neptunes. He currently owns a media venture that encompasses entertainment, music, fashion, and art called i am OTHER. He is also the co-founder of the clothing brands Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream.
Nominations[]
- 86th Academy Awards, 2013
- Best Original Song — "Happy" from Despicable Me 2
- 89th Academy Awards, 2016
- Best Picture — Hidden Figures (shared with Donna Gigliotti, Peter Chernin, Jenna Topping, and Theodore Melfi)