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Dive into the remarkable life and career of Will Smith, from his early days growing up in West Philadelphia to becoming one of the most recognizable entertainers on the planet. This podcast delivers a comprehensive biography of Willard Carroll Smith II, born September 25, 1968, tracing his extraordinary journey from a teenage rapper inspired by Grandmaster Flash to Grammy-winning artist, beloved sitcom star, box office heavyweight, and Oscar winner for his powerful performance in King Richard. Explore how a chance meeting with DJ Jazzy Jeff at age 16 launched a music career that would earn the first-ever Grammy for Best Rap Performance, and how The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air transformed Smith into a household name throughout the 1990s. Follow his meteoric rise through Hollywood blockbusters like Independence Day, Men in Black, Ali, The Pursuit of Happyness, I Am Legend, and the Bad Boys franchise, along with his solo music hits including Gettin' Jiggy Wit It, Men in Black, and Summertime.