Will Smith
Willard Carroll Smith II
Will Smith is an American actor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania active since 1985.
- Profession
- Actor, Rapper, Producer
- Born
- September 25, 1968
- Years active
- 1985–present
Early life
Raised in West Philadelphia, Willard Smith partnered with DJ Jazzy Jeff to form the Grammy-winning duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince.
Career
He parlayed music fame into one of Hollywood's biggest careers, starring in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," "Men in Black," and the Oscar-winning "King Richard."
Major achievements
He won the first-ever Grammy for a rap recording and later an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Legacy
Will Smith pioneered the path from hip-hop stardom to global movie superstardom.
References
Frequently asked questions about Will Smith
- What is Will Smith known for?
- Will Smith is an American actor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania active since 1985. Will Smith is recognized as a actor, rapper, and producer.
- Where is Will Smith from?
- Will Smith is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- When was Will Smith born?
- Will Smith was born on September 25, 1968, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- What kind of music does Will Smith make?
- Will Smith's music spans Hip-hop and Pop rap.
- Is Will Smith still active?
- Yes — Will Smith has been active since 1985 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Will Smith been associated with?
- Will Smith has been associated with Jive, Columbia, and Interscope.
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