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Shay Haley
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Shae Haley performing with N.E.R.D in Pori Jazz 2010.
Background information
Birth name Sheldon Haley
Also known as Shay, Shae, Shade
Born (1975-12-18) December 18, 1975 (age 48)
Origin Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Drummer
  • rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Years active 1994–present
Labels
Associated acts

Sheldon "Shay" Haley (born December 18, 1975), also known as Shade, is an American drummer, rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is a member of the funk rock band N*E*R*D, alongside fellow Virginia musicians Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo. His role in the band is often questioned, but in a 2010 interview, Williams stated that Haley is "the root of the band" and "[Haley] keeps everyone grounded and together."

Personal life

In November 2010, he married Jackie Garcia, the former girlfriend of murdered NFL Safety Sean Taylor and niece of actor Andy Garcia.

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