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Pharrell discusses locally-based Netflix docuseries “Voices of Fire" on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

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Posted at 9:49 AM, Jan 21, 2021
and last updated 2021-01-21 09:52:45-05

The multitalented Pharrell Williams will be on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” via video chat on Thursday.

Pharrell and Ellen discuss his new Netflix docuseries, “Voices of Fire,” which follows his search to find undiscovered talent and build one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs in Norfolk.

Then, following President Biden’s inauguration, Pharrell shares his thoughts on the current state of the country and tells Ellen what gives him hope for the future.

Pharrell also explains how honored he feels that his hit song “Happy” was a favorite of the late civil rights legend Rep. John Lewis.

The show airs on News 3 at 3 p.m., Thursday.

Related: A look inside Netflix's 'Voices of Fire,' shining a light on local singers' journey to the global stage