Jakrapatr Kaewpanpong (Thai: จักรภัทร แก้วพันธุ์พงษ์; born 14 February 2005), nicknamed William (Thai: วิลเลี่ยม), is a Thai singer and actor. He is the main vocalist of the Thai boy band LYKN under Riser Music, formed through the GMMTV survival reality show Project Alpha (2022).[1] Apart from his group activities, he gained recognition through his acting debut as Thame in the television series ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat (2024).[2] He is also known for playing Rome, the younger brother of Thee, in Me and Thee (2025).[3]
Jakrapatr Kaewpanpong | |
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จักรภัทร แก้วพันธุ์พงษ์ | |
 Jakrapatr in June 2025 | |
| Born | Phuwadol Kaewpanpong February 14, 2005 |
| Other name | William (วิลเลี่ยม) |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2023–present |
| Agent | GMMTV |
| Notable work |
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| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | T-pop |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Label | Riser Music |
| Member of | LYKN |
Early life and education
editJakrapatr was born as Phuwadol Kaewpanpong on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2005,[4] the son of Barame Kaewpanpong (Eak) and Duangporn Kaewpanpong (Anny, née Srisuwan). Through his mother, he is of one-quarter American ancestry.[5] He has an older half-brother from his mother side. Raised in Hat Yai, Thailand,[6] he pursued various extracurricular activities after struggling with academics, such as playing musical instruments and practicing martial arts, eventually earning a black belt in Taekwondo.[7]
He attended Pholwitaya School in Hat Yai for seventh through ninth grade. During this period, he developed a passion for singing after being inspired by Tom Isara's "Durian Mask" performance on the Thai television show The Mask Singer (2016).[8] Motivated by the performance, he began practicing independently at home before receiving formal vocal lessons with his father's support. He later advanced his training by enrolling in the Young Artist Music Program (YAMP), a college prep school offered by the College of Music, Mahidol University, majoring in Musical Theater.[9]
Prior to changing his name into Jakrapatr, he initially changed his birth name into Natthaphong.
Career
edit2020–2023: Pre-debut and Project Alpha
editDuring his high school years, Jakrapatr was a vocalist for several student bands, including Lost & Found, Dolphin, and Broccoli. In 2022, he was selected as a trainee and contestant for GMMTV's reality competition show Project Alpha after passing a remote audition following a suggestion from his school's musical theatre department head.[10] Throughout the competition, which aired from December 2022 to March 2023,[11] he established himself as a strong vocalist,[12] covering tracks by artists such as Tilly Birds and Jeff Satur. He maintained his "Alpha" status as a top-ranking contestant throughout the competition until the finale, placing first overall to earn the title "King of Alpha" and secure his spot as a member and main vocalist of the Thai boy band LYKN.[13]
2023–present: Debut with LYKN and acting career
editJakrapatr debuted as a member of LYKN, alongside Lego, Nut, Hong and Tui, with the release of their digital single "เลิกกับเขาเดี๋ยวเหงาเป็นเพื่อน (May I?)" on May 5, 2023.[14] Apart from LYKN's activities, he released the solo soundtrack for the Thai boys' love television series Last Twilight (2023).[15] The track achieved significant digital success, surpassing 26 million views on YouTube by May 2026,[16] and earned a nomination for Best Theme Song at the 29th Asian Television Awards.
In 2024, Jakrapatr made his television debut in GMMTV's musical romantic drama television series ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat, alongside Supha Sangaworawong (Est) and his fellow LYKN bandmates.[17] He released a solo single titled "5CM" for the drama's soundtrack.[18] His partnership with Supha continued as part of the supporting cast in the romantic comedy television series Me and Thee (2025), in which Jakrapatr portrayed the role of Rome, the main lead's younger brother.[19] He is also set to star as the lead character in the upcoming drama You Maniac, which is scheduled to air in 2026.[20]
Filmography
edit| † | Denotes television productions that have not yet been released |
Television series
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat | "Thame" Teema Kanjanakittkul | Main role | [17] |
| 2025 | Me and Thee | "Rome" Kritdanai Lee | Supporting role | [19] |
| 2026 | Peach and Me † | TBA | [21] | |
| TBA | You Maniac † | Dean | Main role | [20] |
Movies
editTelevision shows
edit| Year | Title | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2023 | Project Alpha | GMM 25 | Contestant; Finished 1st (King of Alpha) |
| 2022–2023 | Talk with Toey | Guest (Ep. 86, 93) | |
| 2023–2026 | Arm Share | GMMTV YouTube channel | Guest (Ep. 120, 127, 135, 151–152, 175, 189, 197) |
| 2023 | School Rangers | GMM 25 | Guest (Ep. 267–269, 286–287) |
| Khun Phra Chuai | Workpoint TV | Guest (7 May 2023) | |
| 2023–2025 | Family Feud Thailand | One 31 | Guest (Ep. 796, 858, 880, 935) |
| 2024 | The Golden Singer: Beautiful Voice Stage | Guest (Ep. 18) | |
| Sound Check 2024 | Guest (Ep. 4, 40) | ||
| Thailand Music Countdown 2024 | Channel 3 | Guest (Ep. 10, 19, 27) | |
| Song of Fame | Thai PBS | Tata Young's guest | |
| 2025 | Who is My Chef | Workpoint TV | Guest (Ep. 306) |
| The Wall Song | Guest (Ep. 232, 271) | ||
| Goodbye My Luck | Guest (Ep. 19) | ||
| Thailand Music Countdown 2025 | Channel 3 | Guest (Ep. 5, 13, 19) | |
| Face Off: Identical Twins | Workpoint TV | Guest (Ep. 90) | |
| Idol Energy | GMMTV YouTube channel | Regular Member |
Music video appearances
editDiscography
editSingles
editCollaborations
editSoundtrack appearances
edit| Year | Title | Soundtrack | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | "ภาพสุดท้าย (Last Twilight)" | Last Twilight OST | GMMTV Records | [16] |
| 2025 | "5CM" | ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat OST | [18] | |
| "ระหว่างทาง (Good Time)" (Cover) (original by Bright, Thanaerng) with Est Supha |
[26] |
Concerts and fanmeetings
edit| Title | Date | Venue | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last Twilight Final EP. Fan Meeting | 26 January 2024 | Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theater, Siam Paragon | Guest artist | [27] |
| Tom Isara Birthday Fan Meeting | 3 June 2024 | Found Venue, Bangkok | ||
| Last Twilight Fan Meeting in Manila | 12 October 2024 | UP Theatre, Manila | [28] | |
| William Fan Party in Tianjin | 5 April 2025 | Tianjin, China | ||
| Jeff Satur Red Giant Concert | 3 May 2025 | Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani | Guest artist | [29] |
| Love Out Loud Fan Fest 2025: Lovemosphere | 17–18 May 2025 | Impact Arena, Thailand | With Est, Pond, Phuwin, Gemini, Fourth, Perth, Santa, Earth, Mix, Boun, Prem, Force, Book, Joong, Dunk, Jimmy, Sea, First, Khaotung, Winny, Satang | [30] |
| William Est WE Magnetic Fancon | 9–10 August 2025 | Union Hall, Union Mall | With Supha Sangaworawong | [31] |
| William Est 1st Fan Meeting "West Side Story" in Hong Kong | 31 August 2025 | AXA Dreamland, Go Park, Hong Kong | ||
| William Est 1st Fan Meeting in Taipei | 20 September 2025 | Legacy Taipei, Taipei | [32] | |
| William Est Fan Meeting "Keep The Beat" in Vietnam | 25 October 2025 | Hòa Bình District 10 Cultural Center, Ho Chi Minh City | ||
| William Est JIB Dream Fan Meeting in Rome | 13 December 2025 | Hilton Rome Airport Hotel, Rome | ||
| GMMTV Fanday 28 in Tokyo | 11 January 2026 | Nissho Hall, Tokyo | ||
| Me and Thee Fan Party | 17 January 2026 | Union Hall, Union Mall | With Me and Thee cast | [33] |
| Me and Thee After Fan Party | 18 January 2026 | |||
| William Est 1st Fan Meeting "Echo: Resonance" in Singapore | 24 January 2026 | GVmax Vivocity, Singapore | With Supha Sangaworawong | |
| GMMTV Fanday 29 in USA | 8 March 2026 | Racket NYC, New York City | ||
| 10 March 2026 | Brooklyn Steel, New York City | |||
| 15 March 2026 | Alex Theatre, California | |||
| William Est "Lovestruck" Fan Meeting in Manila | 23 March 2026 | Metrotent Convention Center, Manila | ||
| Love Out Loud Fan Fest 2026: Heart Race | 22–24 May 2025 | Impact Arena, Thailand | With Est, Pond, Phuwin, Gemini, Fourth, Perth, Santa, Earth, Mix, Boun, Prem, Force, Book, Joong, Dunk, Jimmy, Sea, First, Khaotung, Junior, Mark, Joss, Gawin | [34] |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Maya TV Awards 2024 | Original Soundtrack of The Year | "ภาพสุดท้าย (Last Twilight)" | Nominated | |
| 29th Asian Television Awards | Best Theme Song | Nominated | |||
| Y Entertain Awards 2024 | OST. of the Year | Nominated | |||
| Y Universe Awards 2024 | The Best Series OST Judges' Choice |
Nominated | |||
| The Best Series OST Popular Vote |
Nominated | ||||
| 2025 | TOTY Music Awards 2024 | POPular OST. of the Year | Nominated | ||
| ContentAsia Awards 2025 | Best Asian LGBTQ+ Programme | ThamePo: Heart That Skips a Beat | Won | [35] | |
| Best Original Song Created in Asia for an Asian TV Series/Programme or Movie | "5CM" | Nominated | |||
| Howe Awards 2025 | Rising Icon Award | N/a | Won | ||
| 2026 | TOTY Music Awards 2025 | POPular OST. of the Year | "5CM" | Nominated | |
| Kazz Awards 2026 | Hottest Artist Award with Est Supha |
N/a | Won | [36] | |
| Most Trending on Social Media with Me and Thee cast |
Me and Thee | Won |
References
edit- ↑ "ประวัติ LYKN (ไลแคน) วงบอยกรุ๊ปจากรายการ Project Alpha" (in Thai). TrueID. 16 October 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "ThamePo Heart That Skips A Beat Review: T-pop Blues". Abstract Af!. 18 March 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "สติหลุดยกฮอลล์! "คุณธี" ซื้อ GMMTV เปลี่ยนเป็น GMM THEE V พร้อมส่งภาคต่อ! สานต่อความปัง ในงาน Me and Thee Fan Party" (in Thai). MGR Online. 21 January 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "รู้จัก 7 ศิลปิน GMMTV เกิดกุมภาพันธ์ เดือนแห่งความรัก" (in Thai). TrueID. 6 February 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "LYKN EVENT EP.2 ก็เพราะว่าตรุษจีนปีนี้มี LYKN แล้วนะ". Riser Music (in Thai). 10 February 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ ""วิลเลี่ยม" บินกลับหาดใหญ่ แม้เช้ามากง่วงมาก แต่ไม่ลืมชวนแฟน ๆ ออกมาใช้สิทธิเลือกตั้ง" (in Thai). Thairath. 8 February 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "Alpha Roommate EP.7 ไลแคน (LYKN) ณ แดนไก่ทอด [Eng Sub]". Project Alpha (in Thai). 22 April 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "บทบาท ความฝัน และก้าวต่อไปในอนาคตของ 'วิลเลี่ยม-จักรภัทร' และ 'เอส-ศุภ'" (in Thai). L'Officiel Thailand. 22 May 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "รู้จัก+เปิดวาร์ป วิลเลี่ยม จักรภัทร พระเอกหล่อจาก เธมโป้ (ThamePo) Heart That Skips a Beat ซีรีส์ BL จาก GMMTV" (in Thai). TrueID. 20 December 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "กระหายเล่า Special 4 เซ็ทผมทุกทรงกับ LYKN และ พั้มกิ้น [Eng Sub]". Riser Music (in Thai). 19 December 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "Our Favorite Project Alpha Performances You Must Watch". The Honey Pop. 14 May 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "เปิดประวัติ เด็กหนุ่มผู้มีพรสวรรค์ด้านเสียงร้อง วิลเลี่ยม จักรภัทร แก้วพันธุ์พงษ์" (in Thai). Inn News. 26 January 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "วิลเลี่ยม-เลโก้-ตุ้ย-ฮง-นัท คว้าแชมป์ ขึ้นสู่บัลลังก์รายการ "Project Alpha" คว้ารางวัลหลักล้านพร้อมเดบิวต์" (in Thai). Sanook. 6 March 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "จากการแข่งขันสู่การเดบิวต์เป็นศิลปินเต็มตัวของ LYKN วง T-Pop น้องใหม่มาแรงจนน่าจับตามอง" (in Thai). L'Officiel Thailand. 16 October 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "หูเคลือบทอง! รวมพลคนร้องเพลง "ภาพสุดท้าย" ของ 'วิลเลี่ยม' LYKN ก่อนชมไฟนอลอีพี "Last Twilight ภาพนายไม่เคยลืม" ศุกร์นี้" (in Thai). Mint Magazine Thailand. 25 January 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- 1 2 "ภาพสุดท้าย (Last Twilight) Ost.Last Twilight ภาพนายไม่เคยลืม - William Jakrapatr". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 5 January 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- 1 2 "'วิลเลี่ยม-เอส' แท็คทีม 'เลโก้-นัท-ฮง-ตุ้ย' ประชันบทบาท ในซีรีส์ 'เธมโป้ (ThamePo) HEART THAT SKIPS A BEAT'". Workpoint TODAY (in Thai). 29 November 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- 1 2 "5CM Ost.เธมโป้ (ThamePo) Heart That Skips a Beat - William Jakrapatr". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 10 January 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- 1 2 "ซีรีส์ "มีสติหน่อยคุณธีร์ - Me and Thee" ตอนที่ 6". MGR Online (in Thai). 18 December 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- 1 2 "บนไรไว้แก้ด่วน! เปิดลิสต์ไลน์อัพ GMMTV 2026 จัดเต็มทุกอรรถรส อัดแน่นทุกความสนุก" (in Thai). Mint Magazine Thailand. 26 November 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "สานต่อจักรวาลคุณธีร์ GMMTV ประกาศสร้างภาคพิเศษ 'มีสติแล้วลูกพีช'" (in Thai). The Standard. 19 January 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "'LYKN' ปล่อยเพลงช้าเพลงแรก'แอบรักไม่ทำให้ใครตาย'" (in Thai). Naewna. 1 November 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "ไม่อยากเป็นรักแรก (Your Last) Ost.เธมโป้ (ThamePo) Heart That Skips a Beat - Est Supha". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 17 January 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "เสียงหัวใจ (Love Echo) - William, Est". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 29 July 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "Love Feels So Fast - รวมศิลปิน LOL FANFEST 2026". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 28 April 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "ระหว่างทาง (Good Time) Ost.เธมโป้ (ThamePo) Heart That Skips a Beat - William Jakrapatr, Est Supha". GMMTV RECORDS (in Thai). 14 February 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "เต็มอิ่มทุกโมเมนต์!! "จิมมี่-ซี" เสิร์ฟเคมีความฟิน ในงาน "Last Twilight Final EP. FAN MEETING" กระแสฮอตติด X TREND "อันดับ 1" ในไทย" (in Thai). Woopmag. 29 January 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "[SHOW] Last Twilight Fan Meeting in Manila". 19 October 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "ภูมิใจ! 'วิลเลี่ยม' LYKN เผยความในใจ หลังขึ้นเป็นเกสต์พิเศษในคอนเสิร์ตหนุ่ม 'เจฟ ซาเตอร์'" (in Thai). Mint Magazine Thailand. 4 May 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ ""LOVE OUT LOUD FAN FEST 2025 : LOVEMOSPHERE" รวม 11 คู่จิ้นสุดฮอตแห่งยุคกับคอนเสิร์ตสุดยิ่งใหญ่แห่งปี" (in Thai). Harper's Bazaar Thailand. 19 May 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "William Est WE Magnetic FANCON" (in Thai). Thai Ticket Major. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "與Est互綁紅線運勢狂飆！William看《心跳節拍》大尺度畫面直呼害羞" (in Chinese). 20 September 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "'ปอนด์-ภูวินทร์' นำทีมส่งท้าย 'มีสติหน่อยคุณธีร์' พร้อมเซอร์ไพรส์ใน 'Me and Thee Fan Party'" (in Thai). Bangkok Biz News. 19 January 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ ""LOVE OUT LOUD FAN FEST 2025 : LOVEMOSPHERE" รวม 11 คู่จิ้นสุดฮอตแห่งยุคกับคอนเสิร์ตสุดยิ่งใหญ่แห่งปี" (in Thai). Harper's Bazaar Thailand. 19 May 2025. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
- ↑ "Zia Grace, 'Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born,' 'ThamePo' win at 2025 ContentAsia Awards". Manila Bulletin. 5 September 2025. Retrieved 23 May 2026.
- ↑ "GMMTV คว้า 12 รางวัล จาก 7 สาขา บนเวทีรางวัลที่สุดแห่งปี Kazz Awards 2026" (in Thai). TrueID. 15 May 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.