will.i.am

About

will.i.am is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and actor. He rose to prominance as a founding member of the hip-hop group The Black Eyed Peas and has become a highly successful solo artist. His contributions to the music industry have earned him 8 Grammy Awards, and accolades as a humanitarian and philanthropist.

will.i.am Timeline

1975

will.i.am is Born

On March 15, 1975, William Adams, better known as will.i.am, was born in Los Angeles, California.

1995

Forms the Black Eyed Peas

will.i.am, along with apl.de.ap and Taboo, formed the Black Eyed Peas, a hip-hop group which later gained international fame.

2003

Release of "Elephunk"

The Black Eyed Peas released their massively successful album "Elephunk," featuring the hit single "Where Is The Love?"

2007

Grammy Awards Triumph

The Black Eyed Peas won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for "My Humps".

2008

Solo Debut Album

will.i.am released his first solo album, "Songs About Girls," which included collaborations with several notable artists.

2011

Joins The Voice UK

will.i.am joined The Voice UK as a coach, a role he continues to hold today.

2013

Launches i.am+

will.i.am launched i.am+, a tech company focused on wearable technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is will.i.am birthday?

will.i.am (born William Adams, Jr. on March 15, 1975) is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as a founding member of the hip hop group The Black Eyed Peas, and for his solo work, including his Grammy Award-winning single "Yeah!". He is currently 48 years old.

What is the Net Worth of will.i.am?

will.i.am has an estimated net worth of $70M. Widely known as a singer, songwriter, rapper, DJ, music producer, and fashion designer, he has accumulated his wealth from his music career, as well as brand endorsements and other business endeavors, such as launching the electronics brand i.am+.