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Pharrell Williams Expresses Contrition After Native American Garb Scandal
A pattern is emerging: celebrity offends race, culture or religion in some way > celebrity makes public apology > people forgive said celebrity over time. And these scandals are simply replaced; Mackelmore and Jonah Hill’s...
By Jack de Aguilar in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 07 June 2014
Foxes Lands Pharrell Support Slot After Happy Cover
Pharrell Williams has invited British singer Foxes to join him on tour after impressing the hip-hop superstar with her cover of his hit song Happy.The pop newcomer performed a unique mash-up of the Oscar-nominated track...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 05 June 2014
Pharrell Williams Apologizes For Sporting Native American Headdress On Elle UK Cover
Pharrell Williams accidently angered a lot of his fans.The 41 year-old music mogul caused outrage when appearing on the front cover of Elle UK's July Issue for wearing a native Indian headdress.Members of the...
By Nick Hill in Music / Festivals on 04 June 2014
The Internet Is Not #Happy About Pharrell's Elle Cover
Pharrell Williams is wearing Native American headgear and talking about creativity in the new issue of Elle magazine. We almost didn’t recognize him without the green Vivienne Westwood hat, but it is indeed Pharrell -...
By Victoria Pavlova in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 04 June 2014
Pharrell Williams Hugs Harlem's Tree Of Life Before Apollo Theater Gig
Pharrell Williams prepared for his live-streamed concert at Harlem's Apollo Theater in New York on Tuesday night (03Jun14) by holding a special ritual backstage.Minutes before the Happy hitmaker kicked off the show, which was directed...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 04 June 2014
Sir Tom Jones To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Sir Tom Jones will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Nordoff Robbins O2 Silver Clefs Awards next month.The 73-year-old music legend has been added to a list of winners who will attend...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 03 June 2014
Bruno Mars & Pharrell Serve Up Hits Package At Hollywood Bowl
Bruno Mars and Pharrell Williams thrilled fans by teaming up at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Saturday night (31May14) for a hits-packed show.Williams was a late support slot addition for Mars' two-night stint...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 02 June 2014
Jeremy Piven Promises Entourage Cameos
Jeremy Piven says the 'Entourage' movie will have more celebrity cameos than ever before.The 48-year-old actor is back on the big screen next June as hyperactive Hollywood agent Ari Gold and has revealed the future...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 May 2014
Pharrell Williams Wants New Album To Aid Women's Rights
Pharrell Williams hopes his new album, G I R L, helps empower women - because they need help with equality issues.The Happy hitmaker admits he's in love with all women, because every single female is...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 28 May 2014
Pharrell To Team Up With Spike Lee For Apollo Theater Debut
Pharrell Williams is to team up with director Spike Lee for the streaming version of his upcoming concert at the Apollo Theater on the 3rd June. The concert will be part of American Express Unstaged,...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 May 2014
A Week In News: Havoc As 'Godzilla' And Kardashians Unleashed On Unsuspecting Cities
Cannes Continues: We're nearly at the end of the second week of the Cannes Film Festival and have been mentally noting which new movies have soared or been scorched at the hands of critics. Map...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 23 May 2014
Pharrell Reacts: Iran Youths Arrested For ‘Happy’ Dancing Video
A group of six young Iranians have been arrested in the city of Tehran for having uploaded a video to YouTube showing themselves dancing and miming to Pharrell Williams'Despicable Me 2 soundtrack hit, 'Happy.' The...
By Lauren James in Music / Festivals on 21 May 2014
Rita Ora Designs For Adidas
Rita Ora is designing for Adidas.The 'I Will Never Let You Down' singer has scored a long-term creative collaboration with the sportswear brand and will be launching five different capsule collections of sneakers, clothing and...
By Bang Showbiz in Fashion / Beauty on 20 May 2014
Andy Samberg Reassembles Lonely Island, Pharrell For ‘Hugs’ Snl Digital Short [Video]
SNL's legendary digital shorts made a grand return when Andy Samberg hosted the weekend entertainment show for the first time. The Brooklyn Nine-Nine star made his name as a cast member on Saturday Night Live...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 May 2014
Bono Celebrates 54th Birthday With Star-studded Bash
Stars including Pharrell Williams and Jared Leto turned out to celebrate rock legend Bono's 54th birthday on Saturday (10May14).The U2 frontman gathered his friends and family at his manager Guy Oseary's sprawling mansion in Los...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 16 May 2014
Pharrell Williams Has Custom Cartoon Socks
Pharrell Williams has custom-made 'Spongebob Squarepants' socks.The 'Happy' hitmaker is a big fan of the yellow cartoon character and spin-off merchandise, and found a pair of toe socks so comfortable, he decided to have some...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 12 May 2014
Pharrell Williams: I Owe Everything To Fans
Pharrell Williams insists being number one in the charts had nothing to do with him and he owes his success to his fans. The 'Happy' singer, whose track hit the top spot, has thanked those...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 09 May 2014
Aloe Blacc: Longevity Is Sign Of Success
Aloe Blacc doesn't believe you have really made it in the music business until you've recorded four albums. The 35-year-old singer insists longevity is the key to being a respected musician but he is worried...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 04 May 2014
Pharrell: 'Happy' Was Originally For Which 'Crazy' Singer?
Pharrell Williams has revealed that his hit single 'Happy' was, at least at one point, not destined for his own vocal talents. The 41 year-old singer revealed to Howard Stern that the song he co-wrote...
By Lauren James in Music / Festivals on 01 May 2014
Pharrell Williams: Happy Was For Cee Lo Green
Pharrell Williams claims his hit 'Happy' was originally recorded by Cee Lo Green and his version was better.The 'Get Lucky' hitmaker, whose released the song, which features on his new album 'G I...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 01 May 2014
Pharrell's Hit Track 'Happy' Was Originally Recorded By Cee Lo Green
One of Pharrell's most successful singles nearly fell into the hands of someone else.The 41 year-old music mogul's hit track 'Happy' was originally written for fellow performer Cee Lo Green.The revelation came from Pharrell when...
By Nick Hill in Music / Festivals on 01 May 2014
Ed Sheeran: I Don't Worry About Becoming A Fat Slob
Ed Sheeran isn't worried about becoming a ''fat slob'' because his records aren't sold on his looks. The 'Sing' hitmaker, who will release his second album 'x' later this year, believes his appearance has nothing...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 29 April 2014
Pharrell & Beyonce Among Winners Of Webby Awards
Superstars Pharrell Williams and Beyonce have landed top honours at the 2014 Webby Awards.Oscar-nominated producer/singer Williams earned the title Best Use of Interactive Video for his 24 Hours of Happy promo, while Beyonce's website landed...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 28 April 2014
Pharrell Williams Considering Concept Store
Pharrell Williams wants his own concept store.The 'Happy' hitmaker has been considering opening a fashion emporium in Miami and already knows exactly what his future shop would stock.He speculated in an interview with SoonNight.com: ''A...
By Bang Showbiz in Fashion / Beauty on 28 April 2014
Seth Meyers To Host Emmy Awards 2014
Seth Meyers is to host the Primetime Emmy Awards 2014.The 'Late Night With Seth Meyers' host is set to front the 66th annual event for the first time on August 25, held at the Nokia...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 25 April 2014
Beyonce Named Time Most Influential
Beyonce has been named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people.The '(Run the World) Girls' hitmaker is on the cover of the prestigious publication's annual Time 100 issue, and is the subject of a...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 24 April 2014
Pharrell To Release Digital Book
Pharrell Williams has surprised fans by announcing he will release a new digital book online on Thursday (24Apr14).Just hours after the busy Happy hitmaker released the music video for his new single Marilyn Monroe, Williams...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 24 April 2014
Adam Levine Gushes About Gwen Stefani
Adam Levine and Blake Shelton are thrilled Gwen Stefani is in talks to join 'The Voice' USA.The 44-year-old singer is in final stage negotiations to replace Christina Aguilera - who wants to focus on her...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 22 April 2014
Coachella Weekend Two: Outkast Pull It Back, Pharrell Brings More Surprise And Arcade Fire Leave Us Confused
The Coachella festival has closed its gates for another year, but not before it got an almighty second weekend send off. Last weekend the festival brought plenty of star performances, special surprises and maybe a...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 21 April 2014
Gwen Stefani To Join Pharrell Williams As Latest Addition To 'The Voice' Judging Panel?
Gwen Stefani may be joining The Voice as a judge for the upcoming seventh season. Reports suggest Stefani is close to signing a deal with the show's network, NBC, to appear as a judge on...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 April 2014
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