Will Smith was born on September 25, 1968, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He grew up in a middle-class family and was the second of four children. Smith attended Overbrook High School and later pursued a career in music as a rapper, forming the duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. His music career took off in the late 1980s, leading to a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance in 1991. However, his transition to acting marked the beginning of his meteoric rise in Hollywood.
Personal Details and Bio Data of Will Smith
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Willard Carroll Smith Jr. |
| Date of Birth | September 25, 1968 |
| Place of Birth | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Occupation | Actor, Producer, Rapper |
| Years Active | 1985 - Present |
| Notable Works | The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Men in Black, Pursuit of Happyness |
| Spouse | Jada Pinkett Smith |
