Jaden Smith Biography
Jaden Smith is an American actor, musician, and rapper, the son of actor Will Smith. He has played leading roles in films such as "The Pursuit of Happyness" (2006), "The Day the Earth Stood Still" (2008), "The Karate Kid" (2010), and "After Earth" (2013).Childhood and Youth
Jaden Christopher Syre Smith was born on July 8, 1998, in Malibu, California. Jaden's father is actor, musician, and director Will Smith ("Seven Pounds", "Men in Black", "I Am Legend"). His mother is American actress, singer, producer, director, and entrepreneur Jada Pinkett Smith. Jaden has a younger sister, Willow (born in 2000), who is a singer and actress, and a half-brother Trey (born in 1992), who is an actor and DJ.
Jaden received his primary education at the New Village Leadership Academy and later switched to homeschooling along with his sister. It wasn't easy for the boy to interact with his peers, who were well aware of his famous parents and their success in the film industry. Now, Jaden actively promotes homeschooling and urges people to drop out of traditional school.
Cinema
Jaden Smith first found himself on a film set while still in his mother's womb. Jada Pinkett-Smith, in the late stages of pregnancy, appeared in her husband's music video for "Just the Two of Us" (1998), alongside father-in-law Willard, younger brother Trey, and two sisters. At the age of four, Jaden was again in his father's music video for "Black Suits Comin' (Nod Ya Head)", a track included in the "Men in Black II" (2002) soundtrack. In 2004, Jaden appeared in several episodes of the TV series "All of Us", produced by his father, but his real success was still ahead.
In 2006, the biographical drama "The Pursuit of Happyness" by Gabriele Muccino was released - about a man who went from a poor salesman to a successful manager. The aspiring broker could secure a profitable contract that would end all his financial troubles, but meanwhile, he and his little son have to sleep on the street, but the man must show up at the office in full parade every day.
In 2008, Smith landed his second leading role in Scott Derrickson's science fiction drama "The Day the Earth Stood Still" about an alien invasion of Earth. With the lead actor, Keanu Reeves, Smith had been acquainted before filming: the boy's mother played in the sequels of "The Matrix", where Reeves also starred.
Two years later, audiences saw Jaden in Harald Zwart's film "The Karate Kid" with Jackie Chan. The action film was funded by Chan and Jaden's parents. Smith played a boy from Detroit who is bullied by his classmates and learns to stand up for himself using martial arts. The film received rave reviews and high ratings from critics, who were no longer doubting Smith's talent.
In August 2018, the teen drama about skateboarders in New York, "Skate Kitchen", was released, in which Jaden Smith starred. By the way, he was the only actor in the film who needed a stunt double to perform skateboard tricks.
Music
In 2010, Jaden Smith, along with Canadian singer Justin Bieber, recorded the song "Never Say Never". The composition became the official soundtrack to the movie "The Karate Kid" and subsequently reached number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
On October 1, 2012, Jaden released his first mixtape "The Cool Cafe", and two years later – its sequel, titled "Cool Tape Vol. 2". Around that time, Smith started working on his debut studio album "Syre", which was released in November 2017. In July of the following year, Smith recorded his second album, "Syre: The Electric Album".
Other Projects
Jaden Smith owns his own clothing brand called MSFTSrep. The range includes hoodies, t-shirts, trousers, and vests. In 2018, Smith launched a denim clothing line in collaboration with the fashion brand G-Star.
In 2016, Smith's photoshoot for Louis Vuitton, where he appeared in a skirt, caused a public stir. The actor became the first male model chosen to advertise women's clothing. Jaden explained his choice as a way to combat bullying:
In five years, when your son suddenly wants to go to school in a skirt, he won't be beatenSmith continues to wear women's clothing - he can often be seen in a skirt or a dress, which he successfully pairs with sneakers and men's jackets.
Jaden Smith's Personal Life
Jaden Smith had brief relationships with actress Madison Pettis, singer Stella Hudgens, and models Sofia Richie and Kylie Jenner. There are also rumors that Smith dated young actress Amandla Stenberg.
From 2015 to 2017, Jaden Smith was in a relationship with American model Sarah Snyder, who is almost three years older than him. The couple broke up due to their busy schedules and constant arguments over cheating rumors. However, Snyder became Smith's muse – he dedicated several songs to her on his debut album.
After breaking up with Sarah, Jaden started dating actress Odessa Adlon, the daughter of "Californication" actress Pamela Adlon.
On Valentine's Day 2021, Jaden was spotted on a date with Cara Delevingne, his co-star from the movie "Life in a Year".
Jaden Smith Now
Jaden continues to make music under the pseudonym Jaden and act in films. His latest album to date, "CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3", was released in 2020, featuring 17 songs including a duet with Justin Bieber titled "Falling For You". However, the song "Cabin Fever" became even more popular among listeners, and a music video was released in July.
Jaden also contributed to Scott Mescudi's musical animation "Entergalactic", which was released on Netflix in September 2022.
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