Will.i.am is one to call a musical genius. He has done everything from rapping to singing, songwriting, producing and being a DJ. Outside music, he is an actor, talent judge and innovator.
Early Accomplishments
He began his career at the age of 13 while in high school under the name of Will 1X with his schoolmate, Allan Pineda (apl.de.ap). They soon formed the group Atban Klann with 3 other friends and in 1992, became signed on to Eazy-E’s Ruthless Records.
Best Known For
He is known for his exploits with The Black Eyed Peas especially for hits songs like Where Is The Love?, Shut Up, I Gotta Feeling and Hey Mama as well as 2017 solo album, #willpower.
He has starred in the animated films, Rio and in 2008’s Madagascar and has been a judge on The Voice UK and Australia.
Sexual Orientation
Will.i.am is straight. He either keeps his romantic life private or he has lived a modest sexual life. He is said to have had a brief romance with Natalie Imbruglia in 2008 and a relationship with Casey Batchelor.
Family
Born as William James Adams Jr., he never met his father William Sr. and was raised by his mother Debra Cain. Through her, he has a sister and 2 brothers including Carl Gilliam and 4 other adopted siblings.
Religion
Although raised as a Baptist, he is a respecter of every religion and urges everyone to show love to other faithfuls.
Worth To Know
After he saw a lady pass by while he was grabbing a bite, he wrote the song, My Humps in only 5 minutes.
In 2011, he became director of innovation at Intel Corp.
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