Date of Birth: December 2, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Nelly Kim Furtado is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer who gained worldwide fame in the early 2000s. Born to Portuguese parents in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, she was raised in a multicultural environment that greatly influenced her music. Furtado first gained attention with her debut album “Whoa, Nelly!” released in 2000, which featured hit singles like “I’m Like a Bird” and “Turn Off the Light.” Her unique blend of pop, folk, and world music elements set her apart from her contemporaries. In 2006, Furtado released her third album, “Loose,” which showcased a more urban and dance-oriented sound. The album was a commercial success, featuring hits such as “Promiscuous,” “Maneater,” and “Say It Right.” Over her career, Nelly Furtado has won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award, a Latin Grammy Award, and multiple Juno Awards. In addition to her music career, Furtado has also dabbled in acting and philanthropy. She has worked with various charitable organizations and has been involved in numerous humanitarian efforts, including work with Free the Children and Artists Against Racism.
5 Interesting Facts about Nelly Furtado
1. Nelly Furtado can sing in multiple languages, including English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Hindi.
2. She was awarded a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2010.
3. Furtado once worked as a chambermaid alongside her mother in Victoria, British Columbia.
4. She has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Timbaland, Juanes, and Justin Timberlake.
5. Furtado won a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for her song “I’m Like a Bird” in 2002.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Nelly Furtado
1. “I say it’s a girls’ world, we can do anything.”
2. “I remember attaching a lot of emotion to things, and they always seemed to have melodies to them.”
3. “We only live once, so do what you feel passionate about.”
4. “I think sometimes I intimidate men, because I can be very upfront.”
5. “The moment you start to worry about the things you don’t have, is the moment you lose sight of the things you do have.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At her peak, Nelly Furtado’s net worth was estimated to be around $35 million.
Children
Nelly Furtado has one daughter named Nevis Chetan, born on September 20, 2003, with her former boyfriend Jasper Gahunia.
Relevant Links
1. [Nelly Furtado – Encyclopedia Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Nelly-Furtado
2. [Nelly Furtado – Official Website](http://www.nellyfurtado.com
3. [Nelly Furtado’s Grammy Award Win](https://www.grammy.com/grammys/artists/nelly-furtado/4122
4. [Nelly Furtado on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0299153/
