Will Smith is a popular and successful actor, producer and rapper worldwide.
He is most well-known for his former stage name "The Fresh Prince", and his roles for several hit movies such as "Bad Boys", "Men in Black" and "The Pursuit of Happyness".
He is one of the most successful actors in the world today, producing and starring in films that have reached over five billion dollars in the worldwide box office.
He is described by many as a versatile actor, playing in varying roles and yet still able to extract the essence that makes the character.
A good example of this would be his roles in "Ali" and "The Pursuit of Happyness", where he plays the famed boxer Muhammad Ali and businessman Christ Gardner respectively.
Those two films gave Will two Oscar nominations for being the Best Actor, a true testament to his acting finesse.
Will Smith is the only actor to have eight movies consecutively earn more than one hundred million dollars in the domestic box office and the only actor to have eight consecutive films to open at the top spot in the tally.
Will has once been called "the most powerful actor in Hollywood" by Newsweek magazine.
As a rapper, Will Smith has also achieved extraordinary fame and success in his time.
Prior to his entry in the world of television and film, Will went by the name of "The Fresh Prince" and wrote numerous hit singles and albums.
Initially starting out with modest fame, Will's popularity soared after he starred in the hit television series "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".
Even when he entered the world of film making, Will continued to make songs, as he states that music was not just a part of his career, but a part of his life overall.
Because of Will's wacky and upbeat style of rapping, he has received numerous awards and nominations, including winning four Grammy Awards and being nominated for two Academy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards.
Aside from working as an actor and rapper, Will also actively participates in philanthropic work.
He and his wife Jada established the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation as a means of reaching out to the struggling families and inner youth of society.
Through the couple's foundation, Will has been able to help numerous inner city youths in getting by giving them education, as well as assisting families who are struggling financially by not only providing them financial assistance but also by teaching them methods of which they can use to start a means of living.
Will and his wife Jada founded several learning centers that uses Study Technology as a means of teaching the students.
Will was raised in a Northern Baptist surrounding, but he has never once spoke ill regarding any religious beliefs.
He stated that he has studied different religions, and that he complements many ideas that they promote, including a love for mankind.
A rumor came out regarding Will joining the Church of Scientology due to his close friendship with his fellow actor Tom Cruise, but Will has strongly denied this.
In fact, in one of his interviews, Will stated: "I am a Christian.
I am a student of all religions, and I respect all people and all paths.
" Regarding Will's view of Scientology, he says, "I just think a lot of the ideas in Scientology are brilliant and revolutionary and non-religious.
" Will actively supports charitable and religious organizations, so much so that he sets aside a portion of his income every year to donate to them.
He is also one of the supporters of the legalization of same-sex marriage, and has endorsed President Barack Obama's declaration.
Currently, Will is occupied with several projects both in film and his music career.
His latest movie, "After Earth", where Will stars with his son Jaden is set for a mid-2013 release and his fifth album is currently in the production stage.
Will also actively engages himself in philanthropic work, occasionally speaking in several youth conferences, encouraging the young people to never stop believing that they can achieve their goals and dreams in life.