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Jaden Smith            

Rapper, Actor, Entrepreneur & Environmental Advocate; Founder, JUST Water

Jaden Smith is a rapper, actor, and entrepreneur known for his eclectic style and boundary-pushing creativity. Smith stepped into the limelight at a young age, first appearing in the 2006 film "The Pursuit of Happyness" alongside his father, Will Smith, a role for which he won the MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance. Smith continued to make his mark in the film industry with leading roles in "The Day the Earth Stood Still" and "The Karate Kid," which were both critical and box-office successes. He also starred in "After Earth" with his father and delivered acclaimed performances in films like "Life in a Year" and the skateboarding-focused "Skate Kitchen."

In addition to acting, Smith began exploring his passion for music, releasing his first mixtape, "The Cool Cafe", in 2012 followed by a sequel "CTV2" in 2014. His debut studio album, "SYRE," released in 2017, highlighted his unique sound and introspective lyrics, garnering both critical praise and a dedicated fanbase. The album's single "Icon" reached No. 3 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart. Known for blending genres and experimenting with unconventional sounds, Smith has released multiple projects, including "ERYS" in 2019, which debuted at number 12 on the US Billboard 200, and "CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3" in 2020, each showcasing his evolution as an artist. Smith's music career also includes performing on Justin Bieber's single "Never Say Never" and opening for J. Cole's KOD Tour in 2018.

Beyond entertainment, Smith is an active entrepreneur and environmental advocate. In 2015, he co-founded the sustainable water company JUST Water, which focused on providing eco-friendly bottled water and tackling issues around plastic waste and clean drinking water access. He also launched a sustainable collection with G-Star RAW and started a mobile restaurant that provides free vegan dinners for the homeless.

Smith’s influence extends to fashion, where his gender-fluid and avant-garde style has challenged traditional norms and inspired a generation. He has modeled for high-profile brands like Louis Vuitton, even participating in a womenswear campaign to challenge bullying and gender norms. Furthermore, Smith has been described by GQ as a fashion superstar, influencing and creating through his brand MSFTSrep. His unique artistic vision and commitment to social causes have established Smith as an innovative figure who continuously breaks boundaries.

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Jaden Smith Challenges Masculinity Norms With Skirt Photo
Jaden Smith posted a new photo of himself wearing a skirt to Instagram, continuing his recent efforts to challenge gender norms.

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