Will Smith is a famous American actor, rapper and film producer who has won multiple awards and starred in many popular movies. He was born on September 25, 1968, in Philadelphia, and began his career as part of a hip hop duo with DJ Jazzy Jeff. He later became a successful actor, playing roles such as the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Muhammad Ali, Chris Gardner, and Richard Williams. He also faced controversy for slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards.