Download or read book Will Smith written by Lisa Iannucci-Brinkley and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2009-11-12 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers the life story of the actor and musician who is perhaps the most bankable star in Hollywood today. How did Will Smith rise to the top of the Hollywood A-list? Find out with this revealing look at the life of an extraordinarily talented and appealing superstar. Will Smith: A Biography portrays Smith's West Philadelphia upbringing, his arrival and ascent in Hollywood, and his family life with wife and fellow actor, Jada Pinkett, and their children. It covers Smith's successes in three mediums: music, where his partnership with childhood friend DJ Jazzy Jeff culminated in the first ever Grammy for rap; the wildly popular television show, "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air;" and his movie successes, from roles in blockbusters like Independence Day, Men in Black, and I Am Legend, to critically acclaimed, award-winning performances in Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness. The book also details his increasing presence as a film producer.
Download or read book Will written by Will Smith and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller The Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller PRAISE FOR WILL 'The best memoir I ever read' Oprah Winfrey 'If you read one book this year, make it this one' Jay Shetty 'Incredible' Idris Elba 'The book is awesome. So candid and considered...fascinating' Chris Evans 'A triumph...really inspiring, so well written, vulnerable and deep. I highly recommend it' Mindy Kaling 'It's fantastic...very moving' Zoe Ball 'Incredibly honest...inspiring' Greg James 'A wild ride' New York Times 'Raw, comedic, inspirational' GQ One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned. Along the way, Will tells the story in full of one of the most amazing rides through the worlds of music and film that anyone has ever had. Will Smith's transformation from a fearful child in a tense West Philadelphia home to one of the biggest rap stars of his era and then one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood history, with a string of box office successes that will likely never be broken, is an epic tale of inner transformation and outer triumph, and Will tells it astonishingly well. But it's only half the story. Will Smith thought, with good reason, that he had won at life: not only was his own success unparalleled, his whole family was at the pinnacle of the entertainment world. Only they didn't see it that way: they felt more like star performers in his circus, a seven-days-a-week job they hadn't signed up for. It turned out Will Smith's education wasn't nearly over. This memoir is the product of a profound journey of self-knowledge, a reckoning with all that your will can get you and all that it can leave behind. Written with the help of Mark Manson, author of the multi-million-copy bestseller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Will is the story of how one exceptional man mastered his own emotions, written in a way that can help everyone else do the same. Few of us will know the pressure of performing on the world's biggest stages for the highest of stakes, but we can all understand that the fuel that works for one stage of our journey might have to be changed if we want to make it all the way home. The combination of genuine wisdom of universal value and a life story that is preposterously entertaining, even astonishing, puts Will the book, like its author, in a category by itself. 'Bracingly honest, vivid and compelling ... how an average talent became the biggest movie star in the world' The Times 'The Hollywood star's autobiography is full of indiscretions, drug-fuelled escapades and terrible parenting. Who could ask for more?' Telegraph 'It's not every day a Hollywood A-lister like Will Smith writes his life story - and there are certainly some eye-popping revelations' Sun 'Candid ... digs into the life events which fine-tuned Smith's weapons-grade charisma and steely determination' Observer 'I absolutely loved it...no holds barred...I felt as if Will Smith was talking to me. It's a testament to him and to his family' Lorraine Kelly
Download or read book Will Smith written by Michael A. Schuman and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Read about Will Smith--how he became a rapper, his first acting job, and his movie career"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Will Smith written by Lisa Iannucci-Brinkley and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2009-11-12 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers the life story of the actor and musician who is perhaps the most bankable star in Hollywood today. How did Will Smith rise to the top of the Hollywood A-list? Find out with this revealing look at the life of an extraordinarily talented and appealing superstar. Will Smith: A Biography portrays Smith's West Philadelphia upbringing, his arrival and ascent in Hollywood, and his family life with wife and fellow actor, Jada Pinkett, and their children. It covers Smith's successes in three mediums: music, where his partnership with childhood friend DJ Jazzy Jeff culminated in the first ever Grammy for rap; the wildly popular television show, "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air;" and his movie successes, from roles in blockbusters like Independence Day, Men in Black, and I Am Legend, to critically acclaimed, award-winning performances in Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness. The book also details his increasing presence as a film producer.
Download or read book Will written by Will Smith and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The instant #1 New York Times bestseller! “It's the best memoir I've ever read.” —Oprah Winfrey “Will Smith isn't holding back in his bravely inspiring new memoir . . . An ultimately heartwarming read, Will provides a humane glimpse of the man behind the actor, producer and musician, as he bares all his insecurities and trauma.” —USA Today One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned. Along the way, Will tells the story in full of one of the most amazing rides through the worlds of music and film that anyone has ever had. Will Smith’s transformation from a West Philadelphia kid to one of the biggest rap stars of his era, and then one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood history, is an epic tale—but it’s only half the story. Will Smith thought, with good reason, that he had won at life: not only was his own success unparalleled, his whole family was at the pinnacle of the entertainment world. Only they didn't see it that way: they felt more like star performers in his circus, a seven-days-a-week job they hadn't signed up for. It turned out Will Smith's education wasn't nearly over. This memoir is the product of a profound journey of self-knowledge, a reckoning with all that your will can get you and all that it can leave behind. Written with the help of Mark Manson, author of the multi-million-copy bestseller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Will is the story of how one person mastered his own emotions, written in a way that can help everyone else do the same. Few of us will know the pressure of performing on the world's biggest stages for the highest of stakes, but we can all understand that the fuel that works for one stage of our journey might have to be changed if we want to make it all the way home. The combination of genuine wisdom of universal value and a life story that is preposterously entertaining, even astonishing, puts Will the book, like its author, in a category by itself.
Download or read book Will Smith written by Chris Nickson and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Bel-Air to The Wild, Wild West, Chris Nickson's biography of Will Smith details the extraordinary rise of today's hottest superstar. With #1 hit music singles and explosive success in television and movies—from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to Six Degrees of Separation to blockbusters like Men in Black and Independence Day—Will Smith has done it all, and this book tells the whole story.
Download or read book Will Power written by Jan Berenson and published by Simon Spotlight Entertainment. This book was released on 1997 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A true story of the ups and downs plus the real price of fame.
Download or read book Will Smith written by Stephen Feinstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2008-07-01 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will Smith started out as a rap musician. Then he got his own TV show and became a famous movie actor. This colorful, inspiring biography tells the exciting life story of this African-American hero.
Download or read book Truth Doesn t Have a Side written by Bennet Omalu and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2017-08-08 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One day in 2002 the fifty-year old body of former Pittsburgh Steeler and hall of famer Mike Webster was laid on a cold table in front of pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu. Webster’s body looked to Omalu like the body of a much older man, and the circumstances of his behavior prior to his death were clouded in mystery. But when Omalu cut into Webster’s brain, it appeared to be normal. Something didn’t add up. It was at this moment, Omalu studying slides of Webster’s brain tissue under a microscope, that the world of contact sports would never be the same: the discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy. CTE can result in an array of devastating consequences including deterioration in attention, memory loss, social instability, depression, and even suicide. And Omalu’s discovery of CTE in the brain of an American football player has become the catalyst of a blazing controversy across all contact sports. At the center of that controversy stands the unlikely Dr. Bennet Omalu, a Nigerian-born American citizen, a mild-mannered, gentle man of faith. It is fascinating that it would take someone on the outside of American culture to make this amazing discovery, and refuse to let it be kept hidden. Dr. Omalu began his life in strife, growing up in war-torn Nigeria. But his medical studies in forensic pathology proved to be a lifeline. It fed his natural curiosity and awakened within a deeper desire to always search for the truth. Who would have thought that such an unexpected character would play such a role in bringing to life this world-changing data? In Truth Doesn’t Have a Side, discover the truth about CTE: Its causes and symptoms, how we might keep our children safe and guide professional athletes when CTE sets in. The problem of CTE is coming to light with each new story about an athlete’s concussion problem, and we are likely facing dramatic changes to professional sports. You’ll be inspired by Dr. Bennet Omalu a man driven by his love and concern for the welfare of all people, and his professional vow to speak the truth.
Download or read book Celebrity Biographies The Amazing Life Of Will Smith Famous Actors written by Matt Green and published by Matt Green. This book was released on with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wondered how Will Smith rose to stardom? Will Smith was born to entertain. The young man with the flashy smile and charming personality rode his magnetic image to become one of the most successful actors of all time. With diverse talents in music, acting, and producing, Will Smith conquered every area of entertainment he attempted. Even more important than his entertainment achievements, however, were his continued contributions to further breaking down the racial barriers for African Americans in the entertainment industry. For more interesting facts you must read the biography. Grab your biography book now!
Download or read book Will Smith A Short Unauthorized Biography written by Fame Life Bios and published by Fame Life Bios. This book was released on 2022-02-18 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will Smith: A Short Unauthorized Biography is a short unauthorized biography produced from electronic resources researched that includes significant events and career milestones. Ideal for fans of Will Smith and general readers looking for a quick insight about one of today's most intriguing celebrities. This must-read short unauthorized biography chronicles: Who is Will Smith Things People Have Said about Will SmithWill Smith is BornGrowing Up with Will SmithWill Smith Personal RelationshipsThe Rise of Will SmithSignificant Career MilestonesWill Smith Friends and FoesFun Facts About Will SmithHow The World Sees Will Smith Will Smith A Short Unauthorized Biography is one of the latest short unauthorized biographies from Fame Life Bios. Check it out now!
Download or read book Will Smith written by Maggie Marron and published by Grand Central Pub. This book was released on 2000 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of Will Smith describes how he went from rap star to television star to movie star, detailing the stories behind his rise to fame, the obstacles he overcame, and the family that helped him achieve his goals.
Download or read book Will Smith written by Stacey Stauffer and published by Chelsea House Pub. This book was released on 1999 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrates the life of the actor and rap musician known for his roles in the movies "Men in Black" and "Independence Day."
Download or read book The Biography of Will Smith written by Naomi Williams Lawrence and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-02-27 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will Smith was brought up in the unpleasant and rough roads of North Philadelphia during the 1940s. Will's dad claimed a little fish market. He needed to work from 4:00 a.m. until late around evening time each day. So Will spent a lot of his youth alone and unaided. The North Philly roads had a method of solidifying you. You either solidified into a mean mother lover, or the hood broke you. Will was smoking cigarettes by eleven and drinking by the age of fourteen At the point when he was fourteen, his relatives were afraid of where his life was going, figured out what cash they could and sent him to a horticultural life experience school in the Pennsylvania field where children got the hang of cultivating procedures and fundamental jack of all trades work. It was a severe and customary spot, and by sending him there they would have liked to present some truly necessary construction and discipline into his life. At age sixteen, Will Smith was finished with this school and all set home. He chose to get himself kicked out. He began disturbing classes, overlooking every one of the principles, and alienating anybody in a place of power. Notwithstanding, every time he was sent home, his relatives would return him to the school. However, Will was a hawker - he planned to get himself out: On his seventeenth birthday celebration, he snuck off grounds, strolled about six miles to the closest selecting office, and enrolled in the United States Air Force. This was exemplary Will- - he was so never going to budge on challenging power and defying the two his folks and the school that he leaped out of the skillet of an agrarian life experience school and straightforwardly into the fire of the United States military. Be that as it may, as it ended up, Will adored it. It was in the tactical that he found the groundbreaking force of request and discipline, two qualities that he came to love as the guardrails shielding him from the most noticeably awful pieces of himself. Awaken at very early hour, train the entire morning, work the entire day, concentrate on the entire evening - he tracked down his path. He found that he could outlive anyone, and he started to invest wholeheartedly in that. It was one more part of his resistant disposition. No one could drive him to awaken with a trumpet horn since he previously was up. With his energetic hard working attitude, limitless energy, and obvious knowledge, he ought to have in practically no time ascended through the positions. Be that as it may, there were two issues which is detailed in this memoir After around two years in the military, this reckless streak looked through the cloak of request and finished his administration profession. Luckily, the North Philly business person in Will was perfectly healthy. He had gone from fixing coolers to introducing and keeping up with fridge and cooler cases in most general stores. Business was taking off-he was growing past Philly into the encompassing rural areas. He began to assemble an armada of trucks and recruit a team of refrigeration and electrical specialists. He likewise leased a little structure to use as his headquarters. Inside you will read about...
Download or read book Will Smith written by Kristin McCracken and published by Cp. This book was released on 2000 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the personal life and career of the rap musician and actor, Will Smith.
Download or read book Sam Smith The Biography written by Joe Allan and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-11 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the morning of 9 February 2014, when Sam Smith woke up and saw the four statuettes he’d taken home from the previous night’s Grammy Awards Ceremony, it must have felt like a dream come true. At only twenty-two years old and coming just eight months after the US release of his debut album, In the Lonely Hour, calling Sam Smith’s victory an ‘overnight success story’ seemed wholly appropriate.In fact, Sam had been working towards releasing his own music for over a decade and training his voice for even longer. After falling under the spell of Whitney Houston and Chaka Khan as a child, straining his voice to imitate them and match their incredible vocal ranges, tuition from a local jazz singer and time spent in a local theatre group and youth choir encouraged Sam to pursue singing as a career.But Sam’s first attempts to become a professional singer floundered and left him disillusioned and jaded. By the time he turned eighteen, Sam had seen six different managers come and go, he’d recorded a whole album’s worth of songs which were never released and he was beginning to think he’d never get his big break.Then in 2010, giving himself one more year to make it, Sam moved to London. After spending a year working full-time in a bar, a chance encounter with Elvin Smith, a fellow musician turned artist manager, changed Sam’s life forever. In just over eighteen months, Sam’s voice had featured on a number-one song and he was about to sign his own major label deal.The songs Sam wrote for his debut album would go on to capture the hearts of a massive international audience. Along the way there were celebrity friendships, number-one records, world tours and the inevitable press speculation about his personal life. In this revealing biography, Joe Allen charts the meteoric rise of Britain’s singing sensation. With his multi-platinum debut barely scratching the surface of what we can expect from Sam in the future, the next decade is sure to be as eventful as the last.
Download or read book Maggie Smith written by Michael Coveney and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2015-12-29 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This perfect gift book for fans of Downton Abbey will take them behind the scenes of the Grand Dame who brings the Dowager Countess to life. No one does glamour, severity, girlish charm or tight-lipped witticism better than Dame Maggie Smith. Michael Coveney's biography shines a light on the life and career of a truly remarkable performer, one whose stage and screen career spans six decades. From her days as a West End star of comedy and revue, Dame Maggie's path would cross with those of the greatest actors, playwrights and directors of the era. Whether stealing scenes from Richard Burton, answering back to Laurence Olivier, or playing opposite Judi Dench in Breath of Life, her career can be seen as a 'Who's Who' of British theatre. Her film and television career has been just as starry. From the title character in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and the meddling chaperone in A Room With a View to the Harry Potter films in which she played Minerva McGonagall (as she put it 'Miss Jean Brodie in a wizard's hat') and the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel films in which she played the wise Muriel Donnelly, Smith has thrilled, engaged and made audiences laugh. As Violet Crawley, the formidable Dowager Countess of Downton Abbey she conquered millions more. Paradoxically she remains an enigmatic figure, rarely appearing in public. Michael Coveney's absorbing biography, written with the actress's blessing and drawing on personal archives, as well as interviews with immediate family and close friends, is a portrait of one of the greatest actors of our time.
