Pharrell Williams named creative director for Louis Vuitton menswear

Louis Vuitton has chosen Pharrell Williams as its new creative director for menswear. The musician's first collection will be revealed in June during Paris' Men's Fashion Week, the French luxury fashion brand said in a statement. 

Williams, a 13-time GRAMMY winner and 39-time nominee, also founded and designs for fashion brands Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream apparel, as well as other brands. His music has also earned him Academy Award and Emmy nominations. 

In addition to producing music, he also produces for film and TV and earned a best picture nomination at the 2016 Academy Awards for "Hidden Figures," which he co produced.