(ThyBlackMan.com) Will Smith becomes famous because of his unique rapping style, but more than the rapping, he becomes famous because of his acting ability. He hasn’t slowed down even a bit. If you are a die-hard fan of Will Smith, then this article is for you. It contains interesting facts about this rapper turned actor guy.
A product of catholic school
He was born and raised in West Philadelphia, but he spent most of his time in one of the classrooms of Overbrook High School. The neighbourhood of West Philadelphia has a mixture of people and most of the population is Orthodox Jewish and Muslim. In the Overbrook High School, the popular nickname of Will Smith is Prince.
He has not attended college 
Will Smith got a high score on the standardized test; in fact, there are rumours that he got a perfect score, but admitted that he has not attended college. In reality, he became a millionaire at the age of 18. Because of the fame and money that he has right now, he doesn’t feel like attending to college anymore.
The most critically acclaimed successful movie of Smith was a 1993 film
Will Smith plays a gay con artist in the 1993 film, “Six Degrees of Separation.” This film is all about a young con artist and the group of socialites in New York. The film is not as financially successful as his other movies, but it made him earned a lot of critical respect as an actor. His portrayal as a gay con artist is said to be one of the most provocative roles he has ever played.
He and his family sometimes live in a mobile home
Yes, you read it right. There are times when he and his family live in a mobile home, but not an ordinary mobile home. In fact, it is a virtual two stories mansion and 53 feet long. It also has a large master bedroom; the kitchen has granite countertops, and filled with a media room and a bar. This mobile home can hold up to 30 people. Aside from this extravagant mobile home, he also has a home in Philadelphia where he, his wife, and children reside.
He is a philanthropist, but once a bankrupt
Today, Smith is known as a famous philanthropist. He devotes most of his time giving money to different charities in the United States such as The Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, Feeding America, and The Dream Foundation. He and his wife also have their own foundation; the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation. What is the vision of their organization?
He and his family devote their time and money on various projects of the organization such as supporting education, community development in the remote cities, family welfare, and the likes. The people in Baltimore benefit the most considering that the wife of Will Smith is from Baltimore. He was once a bankrupt, but as the wheels of fate twist, he now wants to share his success with other people, especially the ones badly needing help.
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