
He is the only actor to have eight consecutive films gross over $100 million in the domestic box office, eleven consecutive films gross over $150 million internationally, and eight consecutive films in which he starred open at the number one spot in the domestic box office tally.

After the series ended, Smith moved from television to film, and ultimately starred in numerous blockbuster films. The show ran for six seasons (1990-96) on NBC and has been syndicated consistently on various networks since then. In 1990, his popularity increased dramatically when he starred in the popular television series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. In the late 1980s, Smith achieved modest fame as a rapper under the name The Fresh Prince. Smith has been nominated for five Golden Globe Awards, two Academy Awards, and has won four Grammy Awards.

In April 2007, Newsweek called him "the most powerful actor in Hollywood".

He has enjoyed success in television, film, and music. Willard Carroll "Will" Smith II (born September 25, 1968) is an American actor, comedian, producer, rapper, and songwriter.
