Nelly Furtado - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 02, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Age | 47 |
| Birthplace | Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Nelly Furtado's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Pop and R&B singing, international hits 'I'm Like a Bird,' 'Promiscuous,' 'Maneater,' and the album 'Loose.' |
Intro
Nelly Furtado is a Grammy Award-winning Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer, known for her eclectic musical style and international hits like 'I'm Like a Bird' and 'Promiscuous.' She emerged as a prominent figure in the early 2000s for blending pop, folk, R&B, and Latin influences in her music.
Early Life & Background
Nelly Furtado was born to Portuguese immigrants in Victoria, British Columbia. She grew up in a musical household, learning to play various instruments and performing in Portuguese marching bands and choirs during her youth.
Career Highlights
- Won the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for 'I'm Like a Bird' (2002).
- Released her debut album 'Whoa, Nelly!' in 2000, which was a global commercial success.
- Achieved international stardom with her third album 'Loose' (2006), which included several number one singles.
- Collaborated with artists such as Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, and Juanes.
- Recognized with multiple Juno Awards and a Latin Grammy.
Trivia
- Her parents are from the Azores, Portugal.
- She sings in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
- She was named after Soviet gymnast Nellie Kim.
FAQs
People also ask
Nelly Furtado is 47 years old.
Nelly Furtado was born the 2 December 1978.
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 2nd, 1978, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 2, 1978, large-scale protests against the Shah of Iran took place in Tehran, marking a significant moment in the Iranian Revolution. These protests were part of a broader movement that ultimately led to the overthrow of the Shah in 1979.
- Day of the week: December 2nd, 1978 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Don't Bring Me Flowers by Barbra & Neil
- #1 UK song: Mary's Boy Child by Boney M
- Popular movie: The Deer Hunter directed by Michael Cimino
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