“And where I excel” – Back When Will Smith Revealed the Secret Behind His Illustrious Three Decade Long Career

Published 04/18/2023, 6:30 AM EDT

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If you are a moviegoer, there is certainly no chance you haven’t watched a Will Smith movie. This American superstar is known for nothing but his dynamic choices of films. From starring in a television sitcom to becoming one of the most powerful celebrities in Hollywood, his success story is like no other. The sensational personality has such charisma that he has constantly headlined media and social media for the past three decades. Many people might think that it was fate that brought him into show business and luck pursued him toward stardom. But it’s not as easy as it seems from the comfort of home screens because the actor invested himself in what people neglect most of the time.

Back in 2007, Will Smith sat down with the CBS News’ Steve Kroft to talk about his career and the success he gained in the past years. During the conversation, the actor admitted that he loves his life and there is nothing to hide about it. He knew that whenever he stepped on stage; he left an impact on the audience.

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When the retired journalist asked him about how he became successful, he spilled the biggest secret. In his response, the Bad Boys star revealed he does not think he is extremely talented, but just a step ahead of average talent. “And where I excel is ridiculous, sickening, work ethic. You know, while the other guy’s sleeping? I’m working,” he told the publication.

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So the 54-year-old found success in the small practices and has worked hard for his dreams. This is why currently he is one of the most bankable stars in the entertainment world.

Will Smith boast millions of net worth

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Though Will Smith has remained under scrutiny for the last year following his Oscar slap gate with Chris Rock, it is still undeniable he is one of the highest-paid actors in the world with a net worth of $350 million. As of now, his movies have garnered over $9.3 billion all over the world.

The primary source of his income is movies, and he bagged a huge check of  $60 million from King Richard in 2021. Meanwhile, at this time this global sensation is facing a hard time retrieving his fanbase who are not ready to see him on the big screen. Recently, fans slammed the actor over social media when Netflix cast him in the new The Family Man movie.

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What do you think about Will Smith’s success in the entertainment industry? Leave your comments below.

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Shikha Arya

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Shikha Arya is an experienced entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie, having contributed over 1000 articles to the platform. She holds a Master's degree in English Literature from a prestigious university and has honed her writing skills over three years. Shikha's forte lies in crafting thought-provoking pieces about the lives of pop culture icons.

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