Will Smith

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/will-smith

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Will Smith born?September 25, 1968
2. Where was Will Smith born?Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
3. What is the music accolades?Four Grammy Awards
4. What is the film gross revenue?Films have grossed over $10 billion worldwide
5. Who is Will Smith?Will Smith is an American actor, rapper, and producer who first became famous for his music with DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince and later for his roles in movies and TV shows.
6. How did Will Smith start in music?He began as a rapper in the late 1980s, forming the duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, releasing five albums and winning four Grammy Awards.

Billboard Hot 100: A music chart that ranks the most popular songs in the United States based on sales and airplay.
Bankable star: An actor or performer whose name alone can attract audiences and ensure a film's financial success.
Method acting: An acting technique where performers embody their characters by drawing on their own emotional experiences.