Will Smith

Personal context

Summary

Will Smith is an actor, producer, and former rapper known for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and films including Ali, The Pursuit of Happyness, and Men in Black. His career spans sitcoms, comedy, action, and biographical drama. In 2016, he skipped the Oscars and spoke in favor of greater racial diversity and representation in Hollywood; in 2020, he discussed racism and supported the Black Lives Matter protests; and in 2021, he moved a film production out of Georgia over its voting law. He also donated to Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign.