Pharrell's Grammy hat auctioned for USD 44,100

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Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Last Updated : Mar 05 2014 | 1:16 PM IST
The hat that Pharrell William was wearing at the Grammy Awards has been bought by a sandwich chain 'Arby's' for USD 44,100 as the winning bid in an online auction.
The producer-singer-rapper, who received an Oscar nomination for his song 'Happy' from the movie 'Despicable Me 2' tweeted, "Thank you to whoever bought my Grammy hat on @eBay for USD 44,100", reported Eonline.
The hat was reportedly auctioned to benefit his Virginia Beach-based nonprofit, which now supports underserved youth between the ages of 7 and 20 in at risk communities throughout the country.
The fast food eatery tweeted about their winning bid, writing, "@Pharrell You're welcome. We're HAPPY to support a great cause & get our hat back. Good luck at the #Oscars tonight!"
Sunday night, Pharrell performed 'Happy' at the Academy Awards, and was seen wearing a black version of his trademark hat.
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First Published: Mar 05 2014 | 1:16 PM IST

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