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will.i.am

Is will.i.am A-List?

YesA

Yeswill.i.am is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 2003

'Elephunk' Breakthrough Album

Ranking Timeline

1995C$0.01M

Founds Black Eyed Peas

will.i.am co-founds the Black Eyed Peas, starting his journey in the music industry. The group initially gains recognition for their alternative hip-hop sound.

2003A▲▲$5M+$4.99M

'Elephunk' Breakthrough Album

The Black Eyed Peas release 'Elephunk,' achieving mainstream success and significantly increasing will.i.am's net worth and recognition.

2005A$15M+$10M

'Monkey Business' Superstardom

Release of 'Monkey Business' further solidifies Black Eyed Peas' status as global superstars, boosting will.i.am's solo career and ventures.

2009A$30M+$15M

'The E.N.D.' Chart Dominance

'The E.N.D.' becomes a chart-topping album, solidifying Black Eyed Peas as a dominant cultural force.

2012A$50M+$20M

Solo Career, Tech Ventures

will.i.am pursues solo projects and invests in technology, expanding his influence beyond music and becoming a prominent figure in both industries.

2018A$65M+$15M

Continued Music, Tech Innovation

Continued success in music and innovation in technology further strengthens his brand and financial standing. He remains a popular figure.

2026A$75M+$10M

Music and Tech Leader

will.i.am maintains his position as a successful musician, producer, and tech entrepreneur, remaining an influential figure in the entertainment and technology industries.

Last updated: February 24, 2026