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Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday, Willard Chritopher Smith, Jr.!!!
Will is the son of Willard Christopher Smith, Sr. and Caroline Smith. He was born in West Philidelphia, Pennsylvania. -
Let's start a band!
In 1986, Will started his own Hip-Hop band with his friend DJ Jazzy Jeff. -
Our first hit!
In late 1986, "Girls Ain't Nothing but Trouble" debuted. -
Grammy Award!
In 1988, the trio including The Fresh Prince and DJ Jazzy Jeff were awarded their first Grammy award in the Rap division. -
GO HOME TO BEL-AIR!
Smith was relieved in 1990 when NBC allowed him to star in a sitcom titled "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." This sitcom helped him out of his unfortunate $2.8 million tax debt. -
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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
The sitcom aired from September 10, 1990 to May 20, 1996. 148 episodes were produced over 6 seasons. This sitcom was about a street-smart teenager sent to live with his wealthy aunt in West Philidelphia. -
First marriage
Will married Sheree Zampino in 1992, but they later divorced in 1995. -
Marriage and Kid
In 1992, he married Sherree Zampino, but they later divorced in 1995 after having their son Willard Christopher "Trey" Smith III. -
Movie Time!
His first major acting role was in this drama. -
Independence Day
This massive blockbuster established Smith as a prime box office draw. -
Jada and Will get married!
Will married Jada Pinkett. -
Happy Birthday!
Jaden Smith is born! -
Another hit movie!
Smith starred in this movie! -
The Wild Wild West!
Will turned down the role of Neo in "The Matrix" to star in this disappointing movie. -
Happy Birthday!
Willow Smith is born! -
Guinness Book of World Records
Will was added to the 2005 Guinness book of World Records for attending 3 premieres in 24 hours. -
The Pursuit of Happyness
This movie starred Will and his son, Jaden. -
Charities!
In 2007, Smith donated $1.3 million to charities! -
Grauman's Chinese Theatre
Will imprinted his hands and feet on the sidewalk in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre while being watched by fans. -
I Am Legend
Largest ever film release in United States history in Decmeber. Will and his daughter Willow appeared in this movie. -
Fascinating
TV Guide reported the Will Smith was added to the list of the top ten of America's most fascinating people. -
Nobel Peace Prize Concert
Will and Jada hosted the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize Concert in which President Barack Obama won the prize. -
Back in the studio!
Smith announced that he will be back in the studio working on a new album with artists such as T.I., Chris Brown, and Game. -
NEW MOVIE!
Men in Black lll is planned to release in 2012!
