Will.i.am Biography: Age, Net Worth, Family, Wife, Height, Wiki, Siblings, Children, Movies, Awards, Songs

William James Adams, known professionally as Will.i.am, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and actor.

He is best known as the frontman of the musical group Black Eyed Peas, which he formed in 1995 with his close friends apl.de.ap and Taboo.

Despite his success in the music industry, Will.i.am is also a vocal advocate for STEM education and has invested in several tech companies.

He has also collaborated with well-known brands such as Intel and Coca-Cola to promote technology and innovation.

Profile

• Full Name: William James Adams
• Stage Name: Will.i.am
• Born: March 15, 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Eastside Los Angeles
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and actor
• Height: 1.75 m
• Parent: Debra Adams and William Adams Sr.
• Siblings: 1, Carl Gilliam
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $50 million

Early Life and Education

William James Adams, known professionally as Will.i.am, was born on March 15, 1975, in Eastside Los Angeles. He was raised by his parents, Debra Adams and William Adams Sr., and he grew up with one sibling, Carl Gilliam.

Adams attended John Marshall High School, Palisades Charter High School, and FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.

Career

William James Adams, known professionally as Will.i.am, is a multi-talented artist who has achieved success in various fields. Apart from his career as a rapper and singer, he is also a successful producer and entrepreneur.

He has been a founding member of the popular group Black Eyed Peas, known for their unique sound and chart-topping hits. In addition to his work with the group, Will.i.am has also had a successful solo career and has produced music for other well-known artists. His versatility and talent have made him one of the most influential figures in the music industry.

Will.i.am is not just a musician but also a successful entrepreneur in various industries. Under his fashion brand, i.am, he has collaborated with major brands and launched his clothing line.

In the technology sector, Will.i.am has invested in various companies and has shown a keen interest in the future of education through technology.

Apart from his music and business ventures, he has also explored other interests such as acting, with appearances in movies like X-Men Origins: Wolverine, and television, as a coach on shows like The Voice UK and The Voice Australia. Will.i.am’s diverse range of ventures showcases his creativity and versatility as an artist and entrepreneur.

Awards and Nominations

Grammy Awards

• Wins
• 2010: Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals (for “I Gotta Feeling” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• 2010: Best Pop Vocal Album (for “The E.N.D.” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• 2010: Best Short Form Music Video (for “Boom Boom Pow” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• Nominations
• 2010: Record of the Year (for “I Gotta Feeling” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• 2010: Best Dance Recording (for “Boom Boom Pow” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• 2010: Album Of The Year (for “The E.N.D.” with The Black Eyed Peas)
• And more! (The Grammy has a long history of nominations for Will.i.am)

Other Awards

• Daytime Emmy Award (for “Yes We Can” music video)
• National Television Award nominations (as a TV show judge)
• Latin Grammy Award nominations (including for work with Sergio Mendes and Daddy Yankee)
• And many more!

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @iamwill
• Facebook handle: will.i.am
• Twitter handle: @iamwill

Personal Life

William James Adams, known professionally as Will.i.am, is a multi-talented artist, producer, and entrepreneur. While he has been linked to a few celebrities in the past, including singer Natalie Imbruglia and model Casey Batchelor, he mostly keeps his dating life out of the public eye.

Currently single, Will.i.am seems to be focused on his career and philanthropic efforts through his i.am Angel Foundation. With his busy schedule as a musician and coach on shows like The Voice UK, it’s understandable that romance might not be a top priority for him at the moment.

Discography

• Lost Change (2001): Will.i.am’s debut album featured the single “I Am.”
• Must B 21 (2003): This album did not produce any singles.
• Songs About Girls (2007): This album’s hit single “I Got It from My Mama” reached #31 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The album also spawned the singles “Heartbreaker” and “One More Chance.”
• #willpower (2013): The album features the hit single “T.H.E. (Happy)” which topped the Billboard Hot 100.

Filmography

• X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009): Will.i.am had a cameo appearance in this superhero film.
• Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008): Will.i.am contributed to the music for this animated film.
• Rio (2011 & 2014): Will.i.am voiced the character of Pedro in both the first and sequel of this animated movie about birds.
• Planet of the Apps (2014): Will.i.am served as a coach on this reality television show that searched for the next big app.

Net Worth

William James Adams, known professionally as Will.i.am, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and actor.

He has an estimated net worth of $50 million, making him one of the wealthiest musicians in the industry.

Despite his success and wealth, Will.i.am is also known for his philanthropy and dedication to giving back to his community through various charitable endeavors.