November 2nd 2024.
Last night, viewers tuning into the Graham Norton Show were surprised by the fashion choices of one of the A-list guests. As the show kicked off, Pharrell Williams took a seat on the sofa alongside fellow stars Billy Crystal, Emily Mortimer, and Hugh Bonneville. The 51-year-old Grammy-winning musician was in town to promote his new biopic, Piece By Piece, which tells the story of his rise to fame in Lego form, including the creation of his hit song Smile.
During his chat with Graham, Pharrell opened up about his experiences with synesthesia, a perceptual condition that allows him to see different sounds as colors. This unique ability has been an integral part of Pharrell's success as a musician. However, some viewers were put off by his choice to wear sunglasses and a baseball cap throughout the interview, feeling that it was rude and took away from the conversation.
As the episode aired, fans took to social media to express their frustration at Pharrell's fashion choice. Many questioned why he would wear sunglasses inside, with some even calling it embarrassing. However, as the show went on, Pharrell continued to impress with his insights and explanations of synesthesia. In a clip from his new movie, he described how he sees colors in his mind's eye when he hears music, using his Lego brick avatar to illustrate.
Back in the studio, Graham asked Pharrell to clarify his experiences with synesthesia, to which Pharrell explained that it is a condition where some nerve endings do not prune properly, causing a merging of senses. This is a fairly common occurrence, especially among artists and musicians. While Pharrell has not confirmed whether his choice of sunglasses is related to his synesthesia, it is possible that they help manage sensory overload, as tinted glasses can sometimes do.
Pharrell's love for sunglasses is well-known, as he is often seen wearing them both on and off stage. As a fashion designer himself, with his own line called Icecream, he has even collaborated with luxury brand Louis Vitton on his own design. So, it is possible that his decision to wear sunglasses on the show was simply a fashion statement.
Pharrell is not the first US star to show up to an interview wearing sunglasses, joining the ranks of Zac Efron and Kevin Hart among others. During his time on Graham's sofa, he also shared his belief that many successful businesspeople have some form of ADD or ADHD, highlighting the importance of embracing our differences and unique qualities.
As the show came to an end, Pharrell left viewers with a powerful message - that what makes us different is what makes us special. And with his new biopic, he hopes to inspire others to embrace their differences and use them to achieve greatness. If you have a celebrity story or photos, the entertainment team at The Agency would love to hear from you. You can email us, call us, or visit our Submit Stuff page. We are always on the lookout for interesting and inspiring stories.
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