Jay-Z Surprises at Pharrell Williams’ Louis Vuitton Debut as Creative Director
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z joined the star-studded guest list to support his longtime friend Pharrell Williams as he made his debut as the creative director at Louis Vuitton.
Accompanied by his wife BeyoncĂ©, Jay-Z not only attended the event but also surprised the audience with a joint performance alongside Pharrell. The dynamic duo lit up the stage with their iconic hits like “Frontin'” and the Neptunes collaboration “Give It to Me,” with Jay-Z even including “Ni**as In Paris” to the electrifying setlist.
Amidst the captivating performances, Jay-Z took a moment to acknowledge Pharrell’s achievements and shower him with praise. Addressing the crowd, he expressed his admiration for the talented artist, saying, “This young man tonight did something extraordinary. I want everybody to put one hand in the air. Pay homage to the great skateboard P. Congratulations, man. I’m so proud of you.” A video capturing their performance can be found below, along with snippets of their captivating stage presence.
In an interview with WDD prior to his first collection as creative director, Pharrell reflected on his new role and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity. He expressed his disbelief at being chosen and acknowledged the faith that Pietro, presumably referring to Pietro Beccari, CEO and Chairman of Louis Vuitton, had in him. Pharrell humbly acknowledged that he didn’t have formal training from prestigious institutions like Central Saint Martins or Juilliard but drew inspiration from other self-taught creative luminaries like Vivienne Westwood and Tadao Ando. He emphasized his aspiration to express himself artistically and make his mark.
Pharrell Williams’ debut as creative director at Louis Vuitton was marked by Jay-Z’s surprise appearance, their incredible joint performance, and a shared celebration of artistic achievement. It showcased the deep bond between these influential figures and their mutual respect for each other’s talents and accomplishments.