Pharrell Williams is set to co-direct a free concert, Grace For The World, in Vatican City, in Rome, Italy, which is also the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. World-renowned Maestro Andrea Bocelli and the Voices of Fire Gospel Choir. will assist Williams for a night of “a historic night of gospel, unity, and global music,” according to a press release from Disney.
The event is a celebration to close out the third annual World Meeting on Human Fraternity — a two-day eventmeant to bring together “global leaders, innovators, and cultural change makers” to help “foster dialogue.” Per the press release, the event will specifically take place at St. Peter’s Square.
“This is a rare cultural moment where the world stops and collectively tunes in. It is a message of unity and grace for all of humanity,” Pharrell Williams said. The event will also be live-streamed on Disney+, Hulu, and ABC News on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Other notable performers expected to be in attendance include industry heavyweights like John Legend, Clipse, Teddy Swims, Jelly Roll, and Jennifer Hudson.
VATICAN CITY, VATICAN – SEPTEMBER 12: (EDITOR NOTE: STRICTLY EDITORIAL USE ONLY – NO MERCHANDISING). Pope Leo XIV greets US singer Pharrell Williams during a meeting with participants of the third edition of the World Meeting on Human Fraternity in the Sala Clementina at the Apostolic Palace on September 12, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. Pharrell Williams will perform tomorrow during the concert ‘Grace For The World’ in St Peter’s Square. (Photo by Simone Risoluti – Vatican Media via Vatican Pool/Getty Images)
In other news, Pharrell Williams is taking Joopiter’s auction experience to the next level with a fresh sale called “The Art of Time: Rare & Coveted Watches.” Launching on July 16, this event features nearly 30 exceptional watches spanning almost 100 years, offering collectors something truly unique beyond the usual auction staples.
Pharrell Williams is taking Joopiter’s auction experience to the next level with a fresh sale called “The Art of Time: Rare & Coveted Watches.” Launching on July 16, this event features nearly 30 exceptional watches spanning almost 100 years, offering collectors something truly unique beyond the usual auction staples.
