How did Will Smith become an actor?
Born on September 25, 1968, Will Smith began his career as a musician. In 1990, he shifted to acting. He stared in a television pilot, and then later a series, entitled The Fresh Prince of Bel Air.Early LifeWill Smith was born Willard Christopher Smith, Jr. and grew up in West Philadelphia. As a teen, he was very charming, so his peers referred to his as “Prince.”Music CareerWhen he was 16 years old, Will Smith formed a musical rap group with Jeff Townes called DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince.Television ShowWill Smith’s television show, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, lasted for six seasons.Notable RolesWill Smith has starred in several blockbuster movies, including Bad Boys, Independence Day, Men in Black, Hitch, and The Pursuit of Happyness.Personal LifeWill Smith has been married twice. He has three children: Willard Smith III, Jaden Christopher Syre Smith, and Willow Smith.
