Impressed by the well dressed driver, he posed two questions: “What do you do?” and “How do you do that?” Learning the man was a stock broker, he decided, for reasons he can’t explain today, that the world of trading was for him. The day he spotted a red Ferrari 308 pull into a parking lot, was the day his life changed forever. Taking on diverse roles and challenging himself to grow with each new project, Will continues to move forward creating new opportunities, leveraging the passion required to achieve excellence. Deciding early on to be a world class performer, it’s been through hard work, tenacity, and an unwavering belief in himself that he’s earned his way to the top. The former Fresh Prince, and newly crowned “Most Bankable Actor in Hollywood” knows a thing or two about making dreams come true.
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The movie is a beautiful bi-product of the combined genius of both men. Will decided to take on the challenge of playing Chris in the movie based on his life story, The Pursuit of Happyness. When the June 2006, 20/20 episode aired, Chris held up a mirror to reflect Will’s belief that despite seeming insurmountable obstacles, the American dream can be achieved. Whether we’re aware of it or not, those we admire most, serve as mirrors reflecting our own greatness. Chris was being interviewed by Barbara Walters and Will knew there was something remarkable about him. In a moment, on a television screen, Will Smith was blown away by the strength and confidence he saw in Chris Gardner’s eyes.