Pharrell Williams was born on April 5, 1973, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. His full name is Pharrell Lanscilo Williams. He is widely known as a singer, rapper, producer, and entrepreneur. Pharrell is the son of Pharaoh Williams, a handyman, and Carolyn Williams, a teacher. His family roots trace back generations to West Virginia and North Carolina. Pharrell has two younger brothers and grew up in modest conditions in Virginia Beach. Despite financial hardship during his upbringing, he went on to build a highly successful career in the music industry. As of recent reports, his estimated net worth exceeds $150 million. His mother, Carolyn, was especially supportive of his artistic pursuits from an early age.
Pharrell attended public school in Virginia Beach and later graduated from Princess Anne High School. During high school, he was known for his creativity and distinct personality, often referring to himself as a “nerd.” This nickname eventually carried over to future artistic ventures. At Princess Anne High School, Pharrell met Chad Hugo, with whom he formed the record production duo The Neptunes. Alongside other classmates, they formed an R&B group and entered a local talent competition. Music producer Teddy Riley, who had a studio nearby, noticed their performance and signed them to his label, providing an early platform for Pharrell's career.
Pharrell Williams gained major recognition as one-half of The Neptunes, a production duo known for their innovative approach to soul, hip hop, and R&B beats. Partnering with Chad Hugo, the Neptunes helped define the sound of late '90s and early 2000s pop and urban music, producing hits for artists such as Britney Spears, Jay-Z, and Justin Timberlake. In addition to production, Pharrell is a core member of the hip-hop/rock band N*E*R*D, where he performs as lead vocalist and drummer. The band was formed with his childhood friends Chad Hugo and Shay Haley.
| Birth Date: | 5 Apr, 1973 |
| Age: | 47 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Virginia Beach |
| residence: | Beverly Hills |
| Education: | Northwestern University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American singer, rapper, songwriter and record producer |
| Twitter Id: | Pharrell |
| Spouse: | Helen Lasichanh [M. 2013] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 200 million |
