He once held a Guinness World Record for attending three movie premieres in 12 hours.
Smith boycotted the 1989 Grammy Awards because rap categories weren’t televised.
He can solve a Rubik’s Cube in under a minute, a skill he even showcased in The Pursuit of Happyness.
His role in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air came about after an impromptu audition that completely changed his career path.
At one point, he faced serious money problems due to unpaid taxes, which ironically pushed him toward acting.
Will Smith has starred in eight movies that each grossed over $100 million domestically, cementing his box-office dominance.
He grew up in West Philadelphia as the second of four children, and his upbringing in a close-knit community influenced his personality and career.