An acclaimed performer and ruler of millions of hearts, Will Smith has been entertaining fans for decades. Starting his journey in the 1990s, the 54-year-old star has earned his place as a household celebrity in Hollywood. While winning an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in King Richard was a significant addition to his glory, fans immensely love his acting and especially the way he dissolves himself in the embodied characters. Even today people keep revisiting his movies and shows, whether it is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air or Man in Black. Because his roles have created global domination and it is evident that people celebrate his work. So much so that Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton mentioned his classic as one of his favorite movies.

Lewis Hamilton is fascinated by the performance of Will Smith in his 2006 film

In a cover interview with Gentleman’s Journal, Lewis Hamilton opened up about his love for movies. During the conversation, he admitted that he was a big fan of Will Smith and considers him one of the finest actors. He listed The Pursuit of Happyness as one of his favorite films that he has watched till today.

“Stories are just so special, so important,” exclaimed the Formula One racing driver.

Hamilton is the only racing diver who gave voice to a character in the Pixar franchise. He got a cameo as the McLaren MP4-12C supercar in Cars 2. Well, there is no doubt why he adores the Will Smith movie so much, as it is emotionally moving and motivating at the same time.

The Pursuit of Happyness is an impeccable story of hardships and love

The biographical drama based on the life of American businessman and motivational speaker Chris Gardner takes us back to his days of struggle. The movie depicts Will Smith as a salesman who is evicted from his home. The man spends his days strolling on roads looking for shelter with his five-year-old kid.

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The Focus star was also nominated for Oscar and a Golden Globe for Best Actor after the release of the movie in 2006. A single parent struggling to fulfill his American dream in a big city is a hard-hitting story that will leave you teary eyed.

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