Will Smith - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 25, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Age | 57 |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Will Smith's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring in 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' hit music career, leading roles in major films such as 'Men in Black,' 'Independence Day,' and 'Ali.' |
Intro
Will Smith is an American actor, rapper, and producer, widely recognized for his work in television, music, and film. He rose to prominence as the star of the sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' before becoming one of Hollywood's most bankable leading men with roles in blockbuster films such as 'Men in Black,' 'Independence Day,' and 'Ali.'
Early Life & Background
Will Smith was born and raised in West Philadelphia. He attended Overbrook High School and showed early talent in music, forming the hip hop duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince with childhood friend Jeffrey Townes. The duo achieved early success before Smith transitioned into acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as The Fresh Prince in 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' (1990–1996)
- Won the first Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance (1989) with DJ Jazzy Jeff
- Starred in major blockbuster films including 'Bad Boys' (1995), 'Independence Day' (1996), and 'Men in Black' (1997)
- Received Academy Award nominations for 'Ali' (2001), 'The Pursuit of Happyness' (2006), and won Best Actor for 'King Richard' (2022)
Trivia
- Was nicknamed 'Prince' in high school due to his charm and quick wit.
- Turned down an MIT scholarship to pursue a music career.
FAQs
People also ask
Will Smith is 57 years old.
Will Smith was born the 25 September 1968.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About September 25th, 1968, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 25th, 1968 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hey Jude by The Beatles
- #1 UK song: I've Gotta Get A Message To You by The Bee Gees
- Popular movie: Night of the Living Dead directed by George A. Romero
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