What is Will.I.Am’s Net Worth?
Will.I.Am is a multi-talented American rapper, songwriter, record producer, DJ, actor, and television personality known for his work with The Black Eyed Peas. He has a net worth of $70 million and has also served as a judge and mentor on various television talent show franchises, including “The Voice UK” and “The Voice Kids”.
Will.I.Am began performing in eighth grade and was signed to Eazy-E’s label four years later. The Black Eyed Peas, then known as the Black Eyed Pods, released two albums in 1998 and 2000 before achieving success with their third album, “Elephunk”, which featured the addition of singer Fergie. In addition to his work with the Black Eyed Peas, Will.I.Am has recorded multiple solo albums and produced tracks for a range of artists, including Michael Jackson, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, U2, and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony.
Early Life and Career
William James Adams Jr., aka will.i.am, was born in Los Angeles in 1975 and raised by his mother in the Eastside housing projects. His mother sent him to school in West LA to encourage his musical career. In high school, he met Allan Pineda Lindo (apl.de.ap) and they formed the rap group Atbann Klann, eventually signing to Ruthless Records in 1992. Adams left the label in 1995 and began forming The Black Eyed Peas.
Black Eyed Peas Formation and Success
The Black Eyed Peas signed with Interscope Records in 1998 and released their debut single “Joints and Jam”. The original lineup included will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo. They released their debut album “Behind the Front” in 1998 and their second album “Bridging the Gap” in 2000, both successful.
will.i.am released his first solo album “Lost Change” in 2001, which was critically acclaimed. The group realized they needed a female vocalist for their third album “Elephunk” and approached Nicole Scherzinger before recruiting Fergie as a permanent member. “Elephunk” was released in 2003 and sold 8.5 million copies worldwide. will.i.am also released his second solo album “Must B 21” in 2003.
The group continued to release successful albums including “Monkey Business” (2005) and “The E.N.D.” (2009), and will.i.am released two more solo albums “Songs About Girls” (2007) and “#willpower” (2013). As a music producer, will.i.am has worked with numerous artists including Michael Jackson, Justin Bieber, and Lady Gaga.
Will.I.Am’s Diverse Pursuits and Projects
Aside from his successful music career, Will.I.Am has also ventured into acting. He has appeared in several films, including “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa,” “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” and “Rio” and “Rio 2”. He has also been a judge and mentor on the TV show “The Voice” in various countries.
In addition to acting and music, Will.I.Am has a passion for fashion. He studied at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising and later debuted his own clothing line, “i.am,” in 2005.
Will.I.Am has also invested in technology, founding the company i.am+ in 2013. The company has acquired several startups and brands, including Sensiya and Wink. However, i.am+ has faced financial troubles, with multiple tax liens filed against the company.
Despite these challenges, Will.I.Am continues to pursue his diverse interests and projects.
Personal Life of Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams has been known to keep his personal life private. However, rumors suggest that he has dated singer Cheryl. Adams suffers from tinnitus and ADHD. He has also adopted a vegan diet.
Will.I.Am’s Custom Cars
Will.I.Am is known for his collection of unique custom cars, including:
- A cross between a DeLorean and a Dodge Charger, costing $700,000
- A 1958 Volkswagen Beetle with a matte paint job, red leather interior, customized wheels, and Batman-inspired grille work, costing $900,000
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