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Will Smith Breaks Out Old-School Jam 'Summertime' on Letterman

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:19:30 +0000

A couple of nights ago, Will Smith stopped by David Letterman’s ‘Late Show‘ to promote his newest film ‘After Earth.’ But before he did, the one-time Fresh Prince delivered an impromptu summer jam. While making his way to the chair, Big Willie Style noticed the CBS Orchestra was playing a familiar tune: the rapper/actor’s ’90s favorite ‘Summertime.’ [...]

14-Year-Old Jaden Smith Wants to Be Emancipated From His Parents

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:14:41 +0000

Justin Bieber's pal Jaden Smith, the son of mega star Will Smith and his actress wife Jada Pinkett Smith, is seeking emancipation from his parents, so he can do whatever he wants. Whoa. Wait. What? Why?

Will Smith Sits Young Justin Bieber Down + Gives Him Some Much-Needed Fatherly Advice

Cassandra Rose — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 22:48:39 +0000

As we've previously reported, all his actions seem to indicate that Justin Bieber is going off the deep end. Thankfully for him, Will Smith has been around to talk him off the high dive and convince him that squeaking violent threats at reporters is really not the answer.

Players Reject NFL Settlement Offer in Bounty Case

Jay Walker — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 20:45:40 +0000

NFL offers to reduce suspensions

Bounty Suspensions Overturned For Saints, NFL Players

DJ Digital — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 20:30:41 +0000

The Who Dat Nation has an extra reason to be excited as we go into this weekend. Not only are the Saints opening the 2012 season at home against the Washington Redskins on Sunday at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, but WWL New Orleans is reporting that a three member arbitration panel has vacated the suspensions of NFL players Jonathan Vilma, Will Smith, Scott Fujita and Anthony Hargrove.

Will Smith Talks About 'Awkward' Kiss by Reporter

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 23 May 2012 23:05:28 +0000

Word to the wise, don’t get too aggressive with Will Smith. Just asked the Ukrainian reporter in Moscow who tried to smooch the Hollywood heavyweight during his interview with him. Will’s infamous smack was captured on video and instantly went viral on the Internet.

Will Smith Slaps Male Reporter Who Tried To Give Him A Kiss [VIDEO]

DJ Digital — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:30:53 +0000

Recently, Will Smith came out in support of gay marriage, but that doesn't mean that he's down with kissing other dudes. According to TMZ, Will Smith just slapped a Ukrainian reporter across the face on the red carpet at the Moscow premiere of his new movie "Men In Black 3." The reporter - who's "gimmick" is to kiss celebrities - tried to kiss Will on the lips and Smith immediately shoved him away and backhanded him across the face.

Saints Player Suspensions Handed Down For Bounties, Vilma Out For Entire 2012 Season

DJ Digital — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:09:03 +0000

The hits keep coming for the New Orleans Saints (no pun intended) as player suspensions were finally handed down from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell surrounding the seemingly never ending New Orleans Saints 'Bountygate' scandal. Four players were suspended in total including former Saints defensive players Anthony Hargrove and Scott Fujita. Current Saints defensive end Will Smith was suspended for four games and linebacker Jonathan Vilma was banned for the entire 2012 season.

Pre-Teen Star Willow Smith Has Shaved Her Head

Chris Reed — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:28:24 +0000

Not long ago the daughter of mega-star Will Smith was whipping her hair back and forth, but oh how how things have suddenly changed!!! The Pre-Teen Star Willow Smith has SHAVED HER HEAD!! Yes, the young girl who was propelled into fame because of her hair has decided to do away with her trademark.

Fresh Prince Star Rips Will Smith And Calls Him An A**hole

Brad Striker — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:12:30 +0000

Well I guess we all have our deep dark secrets, and apparently Will Smith is not as not as we thought. The other day the former actor Janet Hubert, who played Aunt Vivi, ripped on Will Smith calling him and a**hole.After a solid 15 years of acting on the show know as ‘The Fresh Prince [...]

Will Smith Spends the Holidays With 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Cast

Scott Shetler — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 16:02:37 +0000

The Fresh Prince was back together with the Banks family in a recent photo, as Will Smith met up with several of his former co-stars from the sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.’ Smith posted a photo on his Facebook page with the caption, “Got the Holiday season started right with a “Fresh Prince of [...]

The Cast Of 'The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air' Reunited [PHOTO]

DJ Digital — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:01:58 +0000

Just a few hours ago Will Smith posted a picture that gave me a blast from the past. The photo he posted was taken last week at a charity luncheon that sparked an impromptu reunion with cast from his 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' days. The TV show went off the air 15 years ago, but according to reports, the cast members are still friends and hang out together quite often.

Will Smith and Wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Among New Owners of NBA's Philadelphia 76ers

Joe Student — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:44:28 +0000

“West Philadelphia-born and raised” actor Will Smith and his wife, actress Jada Pinkett-Smith, are among a collective group announced as new owners of the Philadelphia 76ers at an introductory press conference in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The group will be led by New York billionaire Joshua Harris, who will act as managing owner, and suburban Philadelphia-native [...]

Eight Things You Didn't Know About 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' [INFOGRAPHIC]

TheFW Staff — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:14:07 +0000

You know the basics: Born and raised on the west side of Philadelphia, he was shipped off to live with his auntie and uncle in Bel-Air after one little fight. But that’s ‘Fresh Prince’ 101. Get ready for the advanced course — Eight Things You Didn’t Know About ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ including which ‘Friends’ star inspired Carlton’s moves and why the sitcom was canceled … twice.

Will & Jada Pinkett Smith: "We Are NOT Splitting Up"

DJ Digital — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:51:51 +0000

According to reports from TMZ and In Touch Weekly, Will and Jada have separated after 13 years of marriage. Will & Jada Smith have responded saying - "Nope." The two just released a joint statement shooting down all speculation.

Is Will Smith Working on a New Album?

Jeff Giles — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:02:49 +0000

It’s been a long time since Will Smith focused on his music career — and even longer since his days as a chart-topping, multiplatinum hitmaker.

But for Smith, who achieved fame in the ’80s and early ’90s as one half of DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince before launching a wildly successful acting career — and then returning to music with 1997′s massive ‘Big Willie Style’ — a comeback is never out of the question. And it sounds like that might be exactly what he’s planning.

Will Smith's Childhood Hit Comes Full Circle

DJ Digital — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:59:54 +0000

Back in 1988 before he was known as blockbuster movie award winning “Will Smith” … before he was known as the “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” – he was known simply as “The Fresh Prince”. The Fresh Prince teamed up with Jazzy Jeff and brought us some unforgettable jams in the late 80′s/early 90′s. One of [...]