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Jaden Christopher Syre Smith (born July 8, 1998) is an American rapper, singer, and actor. The son of Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will Smith, he has received various accolades, including a Teen Choice Award, an MTV Movie Award, a BET Award and a Young Artist Award. He has received a Grammy Award nomination,[a] and has won two NAACP Image Awards and an Empire Award.

Key Information

Smith made his film debut with his father Will in the 2006 film The Pursuit of Happyness, and appeared with his father once more in the 2013 film After Earth. He also co-starred in the remake films The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008), along with Keanu Reeves, and The Karate Kid (2010), with Jackie Chan. Following a three-year hiatus, he returned to acting in 2016, starring in the two-part Netflix series The Get Down, and voice-acting in the company's anime series, Neo Yokio.[7]

As a recording artist, Smith first guest performed on Canadian singer Justin Bieber's 2010 single, "Never Say Never". Released for The Karate Kid's accompanying soundtrack,[8] the song peaked within the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 and received quintuple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). He later released multiple mixtapes, including CTV2 (2014). Following a three-year work effort, he signed with Roc Nation and Interscope Records to release his debut studio album, Syre (2017). It peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200, while his second and third albums, Erys (2019) and CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 (2020), peaked at numbers 12 and 44, respectively.[9] In 2022, he was nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year as a featured artist on Bieber's album Justice.[10]

Early life

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Jaden Christopher Syre Smith was born July 8, 1998, in Malibu, California,[1][11] the son of actors Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith. He has an older half-brother, Trey Smith (b. 1992)[12] and a younger sister, Willow Smith (b. 2000).[13] He attended New Village Leadership Academy before being homeschooled by his parents.[14] Growing up, his fame and his family's celebrity status prevented him from having a normal childhood, something he has spoken on at length.[15] He took up skateboarding.[16]

Smith and his siblings were youth ambassadors for Project Zambi, which, in conjunction with Hasbro, helps Zambian children orphaned by AIDS.[17][18]

Career

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Acting

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Smith in 2010

Smith made his major role debut in the 2006 film The Pursuit of Happyness as Christopher, the son of Chris Gardner, Will Smith's character.[19] For the role, he won the Breakthrough Performance award at the 2007 MTV Movie Awards. He next appeared as Jacob in the 2008 Scott Derrickson science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still,[19] a remake of the 1951 classic of the same name.

In 2010, with Jackie Chan, Smith starred in The Karate Kid, a remake of the 1984 film.[20] In May 2013, Will Smith and Jaden starred together, as father and son, in After Earth. In 2014, it was announced that Smith would return for the sequel Karate Kid 2 with Jackie Chan, to be directed by Breck Eisner, produced by James Lassiter and Will Smith, and written by Zak Penn.[21]

In April 2014, Smith was cast in the film The Good Lord Bird, based on the 2013 novel of the same name by James McBride. Smith plays Henry Shackleford, a young slave living in Kansas Territory in 1857 who encounters abolitionist John Brown.[22]

Smith took a break from acting following the release of his mixtape Cool Tape Vol. 2 to focus on music. He then returned to act in Netflix original The Get Down in 2017.[23][24] He also had a voice-acting role in Neo Yokio[25] and a role in Nashville as himself. Commenting on his break from acting, he said, "The kinds of roles I was being offered weren't exactly what I was looking for, nothing felt really necessary that I needed to be in until this came along".[26] Smith has returned to acting in films with the announcement of a film based on skateboarding.[27] On June 21, 2018, Crystal Moselle's Skate Kitchen released its first official trailer with Smith as the main character.[28] It was released on August 10, 2018, after screening at Sundance in Winter 2017.[29] In 2020, he starred with Cara Delevingne in the romantic drama Life in a Year, to positive reviews.[30]

Music

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Smith performing in 2015

In 2010, Smith rapped alongside Canadian singer Justin Bieber in the song "Never Say Never".[8] It peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100[31] and was certified 5× Platinum in the US.[32]

On October 1, 2012, Smith released his debut mixtape, The Cool Cafe.[33] He released the sequel to The Cool Cafe on November 8, 2014, titled CTV2.[34]

Smith started working on his debut studio album in 2014, a process that took three years.[35] He announced in December 2016 that it would be titled Syre.[36][37] The lead single from Syre, "Fallen", was released on December 5, 2016,[38] three more singles were released, "Batman" and "Watch Me" on July 14, 2017, and "Falcon" on November 16.[39][40][41] Syre was released on November 17, 2017, and debuted at #24 on the US Billboard 200.[42][43][44] "Icon" was released as a single on the same day[45] and reached No. 3 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart.[46][47]

Smith later announced that his next project following Syre would be titled Erys on December 14, 2017.[48] Another project, Syre: The Electric Album, was later teased via Twitter. Leading up to the release of the project, Smith released the single "Ghost" featuring Christian Rich.[49] On July 8, 2018, Smith released the project exclusively on Instagram on his 20th birthday.[50] The project was later released four days later to streaming platforms.[51] Syre: The Electric Album is a guitar-centric rework of Smith's studio album Syre and is influenced by Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles' Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.[52] Less than a year later, on July 5, 2019, Smith released his second studio album, Erys, and debuted at number 12 on the US Billboard 200.[44]

On July 30, 2018, Smith was announced as an opener during J. Cole's KOD Tour alongside Young Thug and EarthGang[53] and on August 2, performed for the first time at Lollapalooza.[54] One of Smith's influences, Kid Cudi, stated that he would like to make an album with Smith, which Smith supported, saying that he would like to in the future during an interview on August 21, 2018.[55][56]

Jaden was managed by Will Smith's management company, Westbrook Entertainment, until March 2019 when Three Six Zero, an established management firm, acquired Westbrook.[57] Following the acquisition, on July 24, 2020, Smith released the single "Cabin Fever", from his third album CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3, which he described is a completion of the trilogy of the previous Cool tapes and "also kinda completing the trilogies of Syre and Erys at the same time".[58] The album includes a collaboration with Smith's friend and previous collaborator Justin Bieber, on the song "Falling for You".[59] On June 21, 2021, Smith released the single "Bye". On August 27, 2021, Smith released another version of the album CTV3: Day Tripper's Edition on all streaming platforms.

Fashion

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GQ described Smith as "in a league of his own" in terms of fashion and a "superstar who has taken fashion to an entirely different level".[60][61] Smith has called Tyler the Creator, Batman and Poseidon his icons when it comes to fashion.[62] Smith said that Tyler the Creator introduced him to the brand Supreme.[63] Batman's dark, gothic scenery has influenced the clothing he has created through his brand MSFTSrep[62] and his personal clothing style, wearing Batman protective armor to Kanye West's and Kim Kardashian's wedding and his prom.[64][65] MSFTSrep's range includes hoodies, T-shirt, trousers and vests. In May 2013 Smith collaborated with a Korean designer, Choi Bum Suk, to create a pop-up store where customers can buy clothes with their collaborated logos.[66]

In 2016, Smith modelled in a womenswear campaign for Louis Vuitton wearing a skirt.[67] Explaining his choice to wear a skirt, he said he was attempting to combat bullying, saying "In five years, when a kid goes to school wearing a skirt, he won't get beat up and kids won't get mad at him."[68] Smith continued to wear womenswear throughout the rest of 2016.[69] He was the first male model to model womenswear for Louis Vuitton.[70] He created a denim line with fashion brand G-Star in 2018.[71][72]

In September 2025, Smith was appointed as Creative Director of Christian Louboutin, making him the first male creative director for the brand. In this role Smith will be tasked with shaping four collections annually across men’s shoes, leather goods and accessories. .[73][74]

Just Water

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Smith has been a partner in spring water company Just Water[75] since he was 12 years old.[76] The company is attempting to create a water filtration system anyone can afford, which can be used in poorer areas and nations;[77] they also seek to help with water infrastructure, and creating more environmentally-friendly construction methods by producing their own drywall.[77] Just Water launched officially in the UK on August 27, 2018.[78]

Musical artistry and influences

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Smith's influences include Kid Cudi, Kanye West, Kurt Cobain and Tycho.[79] He also considers his father, Will Smith, an inspiration, saying: "He started in music and transitioned to movies. I started with movies, and then I transitioned into making music—I look at him and use it as a blueprint of how good of a person he is, but not necessarily the success that he reached."[79]

Personal life

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Jaden Smith's father, Will, revealed that his son sought an emancipation ruling as a present for his 15th birthday. Will told the media that Jaden's primary motivation was the establishment of his own residence and also explained that his children were not subject to strict parenting: "We generally don't believe in punishment. From the time Jaden was five or six, we would sit him down, and all he has to do is be able to explain why what he did was the right thing for his life."[80] However, Smith and his father appeared together on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on May 15, 2013, where Jaden joked:

The thing that people don't get is everything at his house is free. So I can get anything and everything at his house, so I'm going to be there for 20, 30 more years. He [Will Smith] says that as soon as I have a movie that's bigger than one of his movies I can get my own house.[81]

In June 2017, at the age of 19, Smith moved out of his parents' house into a $4 million home in Hidden Hills.[82]

Smith is a vegetarian.[83] He started a mobile restaurant providing free vegan dinners for the homeless (but where others pay).[84] His vegan lifestyle caused his parents to intervene, following a rapid decline in his health. He was later diagnosed with lactose intolerance and celiac disease. He later returned to vegetarianism.[85][86]

In 2013, Smith criticized traditional education and advised people to drop out of school.[14] Discussing teenagers who attend public school, he said, "Kids who go to normal school are so teenagery, so angsty."[87] Smith subscribes to, and sends tweets about, numerous conspiracy theories[88] including the Illuminati,[89][90] and chemtrails.[91]

Smith dated Sarah Snyder from 2015 to 2017.[92] She inspired numerous songs on Smith's debut album, Syre.[93] Beginning in November 2018, Smith has claimed that rapper Tyler, the Creator was his boyfriend.[94][95] Tyler, who is bisexual, denied this claim.[96] In the song "NOIZE" on Erys in 2019, Tyler revealed, while rapping, that their relationship claims were sarcastic.[97]

Smith has been called a non-binary icon for his work in popular media challenging traditional gender roles.[98][99] He is often seen in gender-fluid clothing,[100] wearing dresses, skirts and high-heels.[101] For his Vogue Korea editorial in 2016, he wore traditionally female attire: a black skirt, blue nail polish, and a flower in his hair.[102] He has made public comments such as "If I Wanna Wear A Dress, Then I Will, And That Will Set The New Wave...".[103] He said that he wore skirts primarily to help kids to be bullied less in schools.[104]

In 2023, Smith was the subject of an online death hoax after Facebook posts and YouTube videos claimed that he had died. Posts on various social media platforms claimed that Will Smith publicly announced the death of his son.[105]

Discography

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Studio albums

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Tours

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Headlining

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  • Vision Tour: A North American Journey (2018)

Co-headlining

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Supporting

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Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2006 The Pursuit of Happyness[b] Christopher Gardner Jr. Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Chemistry
MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance
PFCS Award for Best Performance by Youth in a Leading or Supporting Role – Male
Nominated — Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Breakout Male
Nominated — NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture
Nominated — Black Reel Award for Best Breakthrough Performance
Nominated — Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Young Actor
2008 The Day the Earth Stood Still Jacob Benson Jr. Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Young Actor
2010 The Karate Kid Dre Parker BET Award for YoungStars Award
Young Artist Award for Best Leading Young Actor in a Feature Film
Nominated — Teen Choice Award for Choice Summer Movie Star – Male
Nominated — Kids Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actor
Nominated — MTV Movie Award for Biggest Badass Star
Nominated — NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture
Nominated — Black Reel Award for Best Actor
Nominated — Black Reel Award for Best Song
Nominated — Empire Award for Best Newcomer
2011 Justin Bieber: Never Say Never Himself[106]
2013 After Earth Kitai Raige Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor
Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screen Combo (w/ Will Smith)
Nominated—MTV Movie Award for Summer's Biggest Teen Bad Ass Star
2018 Skate Kitchen[107] Devon
2020 Justin Bieber: Seasons Himself Cameo[108]
2020 Impractical Jokers: The Movie Himself
2020 Life in a Year Daryn [109]
2021 A Man Named Scott Himself

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2003–2006 All of Us Reggie Recurring role (6 episodes)
2008 The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Travis Episode: "Romancing the Phone"
2016–2017 The Get Down Marcus "Dizzee" Kipling Recurring role (11 episodes)
2017 Neo Yokio Kaz Kaan (voice) Main role
Nashville Himself
2022 The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder College Myron (voice) Episode: "When You Wish Upon a Roker"
Entergalactic Jordan (voice) Television special
2023 The Eric Andre Show Himself Episode: "Old Yeller"

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from Grokipedia

Jaden Christopher Syre Smith (born July 8, 1998) is an American actor, rapper, singer, and entrepreneur. The son of actors and , he debuted in film alongside his father in (2006), portraying his on-screen son, and achieved further prominence starring as Dre Parker in the 2010 remake of . Smith transitioned into music with the release of his debut studio album Syre in November 2017, which drew from personal experiences and featured alternative hip-hop influences. As an entrepreneur, he co-founded JUST Water in 2015, a company focused on and responsibly sourced spring water, motivated by environmental concerns observed during his youth. His philanthropy includes deploying mobile water filtration systems, such as the Water Box, to crisis-affected areas like . Smith has cultivated a public image marked by unconventional philosophical statements and advocacy for self-liberation, often shared via , reflecting a blend of artistic experimentation and .

Early life and family background

Birth, upbringing, and family dynamics

Jaden Christopher Syre Smith was born on July 8, 1998, in , to actors and Jada Pinkett Smith. His full name reflects a blend of his parents' choices, with "Syre" chosen to symbolize a or path. Smith grew up in an affluent environment in the area, benefiting from his parents' successful careers in film and television, which provided financial stability and access to entertainment industry networks from an early age. He has an older half-brother, Willard Christopher "Trey" Smith III, born in 1992 from Will Smith's prior marriage to Sheree Zampino, and a younger full sister, Willow Camille Reign Smith, born in 2000. The family resided primarily in Malibu and later , in properties emphasizing privacy and space for creative pursuits. Smith and his sister were homeschooled by their parents starting around 2001, a decision driven by Will and Jada's desire to customize around individual interests rather than adhere to conventional curricula, which they viewed as potentially restrictive. This approach extended to grouping with other like-minded families for , later culminating in the ' founding of the in 2009 as a alternative, though Jaden primarily received home-based instruction during his formative years. Family dynamics emphasized and personal autonomy, with instilling a policy of no consequences for truth-telling to encourage , even on difficult topics. This hands-off philosophy granted Jaden significant freedom in from childhood, including early career choices, but Will later acknowledged in 2021 that it occasionally backfired by complicating boundary enforcement and leading to unintended rebellions as the children matured. The parents' public discussions of their evolving marriage, including starting in while maintaining partnership, occurred during Jaden's , potentially influencing his views on relationships amid the family's high-profile status.

Education and initial exposures to entertainment

Smith was homeschooled by his parents, and , beginning in 2001, a decision they made to provide flexible education amid their entertainment careers. In approximately 2008, his parents founded the , a private institution in , emphasizing innovative learning methods such as student-led projects and holistic development; Smith attended this school until its closure around 2013. Following the academy's shutdown, Smith resumed , which allowed him greater autonomy in his studies and pursuits. In September 2013, at age 15, Smith expressed skepticism toward conventional education via , stating that "If Everybody Dropped Out of School, we would have way more geniuses," and arguing that schools should focus on teaching practical skills like "REAL facts" rather than standardized curricula. He later clarified in interviews that his views stemmed from observing how rigid systems stifled , preferring self-directed learning over institutional structures—a perspective aligned with his parents' educational . Smith's initial exposures to entertainment arose directly from his family's prominence in the industry, with both parents established actors by the late 1990s—Will Smith starring in blockbusters like Independence Day (1996) and Jada Pinkett Smith in films such as Set It Off (1996). This environment provided informal immersion, including on-set visits and industry networking from infancy, fostering early interest in performing arts without formal training programs. His professional entry occurred at age 8 with a supporting role as his father's on-screen son in The Pursuit of Happyness (2006), directed by Gabriele Muccino, where Smith's natural rapport with Will contributed to the film's authentic father-son dynamic, earning him a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Young Actor at the 2007 NAACP Image Awards. Such familial ties facilitated opportunities unavailable to most child actors, emphasizing relational access over auditions in his nascent career.

Acting career

Child acting breakthroughs (2006–2013)

Smith made his film debut at age eight in (2006), portraying Christopher Gardner Jr., the son of the protagonist played by his father, . Despite studio concerns over perceived , Smith secured the role through a competitive audition process, impressing producers with his natural performance in screen tests. The film, a biographical about and perseverance, received generally positive reviews, with critics noting Smith's authentic portrayal added emotional depth to the father-son dynamic. His work was described as convincing and endearing, contributing to the movie's appeal without overshadowing the lead performance. In 2008, Smith appeared in the science fiction remake The Day the Earth Stood Still, playing Jacob Benson, a supporting role opposite . The film underperformed critically and commercially compared to his debut, but it marked his transition to more prominent status in genre projects. Smith's next major breakthrough came in with the lead in The Karate Kid, a of the 1984 original, where he starred as Dre Parker, a bullied learning under the mentorship of . At age 11 during filming, Smith's physical commitment to the role, including extensive training in kung fu and dance, was highlighted in production notes, earning him a nomination for Best Performance by a Youth from the Phoenix Film Critics Society. The movie opened to $55.7 million domestically and grossed $359.1 million worldwide on a $40 million , demonstrating strong audience appeal driven by Smith's energetic performance and the action sequences. By 2013, at age 15, Smith took on his first adult-oriented lead in , directed by and co-starring as his father. He played Kitai Raige, a young cadet surviving a crash-landing on a hostile , in a story emphasizing themes of and fearlessness. The film faced harsh critical scrutiny, holding a 12% approval rating on based on 210 reviews, with detractors citing wooden dialogue and unconvincing action, though Smith's effort in the demanding physical role was acknowledged by some observers. Financially, it recouped costs but fell short of expectations, signaling a pivot from earlier child-star successes toward more experimental fare. These roles from 2006 to 2013 established Smith as a capable young actor capable of headlining family-oriented blockbusters, leveraging his charisma and athleticism amid family ties in the industry.

Post-breakthrough roles and career trajectory (2013–present)

Following 's release on May 22, 2013, which earned $243 million worldwide against a $130 million budget but received mixed reviews for Smith's performance as Kitai Raige, his acting output shifted toward television series and independent projects. The film, directed by and co-starring his father , faced criticism for perceived and narrative weaknesses, with Smith's portrayal drawing particular scrutiny for lacking emotional depth. This led to a perceived slowdown in high-profile film leads, as Smith pursued roles intersecting his interests in music, urban culture, and animation. In 2016–2017, Smith portrayed Marcus "Dizzee" Kipling, a artist exploring identity and hip-hop's origins, in Baz Luhrmann's series , which chronicled the South Bronx's music scene across 11 episodes released in two parts. The role required Smith to embody a , artistic character amid the rise of and rap, aligning with his own musical endeavors, though the series was canceled after one season due to high production costs exceeding $100 million. Critics noted Smith's charismatic presence but highlighted the show's uneven pacing. Smith voiced Kaz Kaan, a demon-hunting in a dystopian New York, in the 2017–2018 animated series , created by of , spanning six episodes plus a holiday special. The satirical anime-hybrid project, which premiered on September 22, 2017, featured Smith as the lead in a story blending high fashion, supernatural elements, and irony, reflecting his eccentric public persona; it garnered mixed reception for its stylistic ambition but criticized for superficiality. This marked his entry into , emphasizing creative control as an . Subsequent film roles included Devon, a supportive skater in the 2018 indie drama Skate Kitchen, directed by Crystal Moselle, which premiered at Sundance on January 19, 2018, and focused on an all-female skate crew; Smith's performance was praised for authenticity drawn from his skateboarding background. In 2020, he appeared as Daryn in the romantic drama Life in a Year, released on Netflix November 27, 2020, playing a friend to a terminally ill protagonist, alongside Cara Delevingne and Analeigh Tipton. Cameo appearances followed, such as himself in Impractical Jokers: The Movie (February 21, 2020). Later credits include in the 2022 animated special Entergalactic, tied to his of the same name, released September 30, 2022, blending hip-hop visuals with a romance narrative voiced alongside . A supporting role in the 2021 documentary featured Smith discussing collaborator Kid Cudi's career. Overall, Smith's post-2013 trajectory reflects a pivot from blockbuster aspirations to niche, passion-driven projects in streaming and indie spaces, with comprising fewer than 10 credited roles amid a primary focus on releases and ; data shows no major theatrical hits, and critical consensus rates his output variably, often commending energy over dramatic range. This selective approach coincides with his public emphasis on multifaceted creativity over traditional stardom.

Music career

Early musical endeavors and mixtapes (2010–2016)

Smith's initial foray into music occurred in 2010 when he was featured on Justin Bieber's single "Never Say Never," included on the soundtrack for , a film in which Smith starred. This collaboration marked his earliest professional credit at age 12. On October 1, 2012, Smith self-released his debut mixtape, The Cool Cafe: Cool Tape Vol. 1, as a free digital download at age 14. The 18-track project featured production from collaborators including and production assistance from his father, , showcasing Smith's early experimentation with hip-hop beats and lyrics influenced by artists like Childish Gambino. Smith followed this with CTV2 (full title The Cool Cafe: Cool Tape Vol. 2), released as a free download on , 2014. This eight-track demonstrated maturation in his style, incorporating sample-heavy production and punchline-driven bars, while maintaining self-release through digital platforms. Both mixtapes were distributed independently, reflecting Smith's early independence from major label involvement during this period.

Studio albums, EPs, and artistic evolution (2017–2025)

Smith's debut studio album, Syre, was released on November 17, 2017, via MSFTSMusic and in partnership with . The 17-track project, produced over three years, featured guest appearances from A$AP Rocky and , and debuted at number 24 on the US chart dated December 9, 2017. On July 5, 2019, Smith issued his second studio album, , which peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200. The 17-track effort included collaborations with , , A$AP Rocky, and , marking a shift to a brighter, more extroverted sound compared to Syre's introspection. In August 2020, CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 arrived as Smith's third studio album on August 28 via MSFTSMusic and , reaching number 44 on the 200. This 17-track release, the third in his Cool Tape series, emphasized psychedelic and alternative elements with a "trippy summer" vibe. A deluxe version, CTV3: Day Tripper's Edition, followed on August 27, 2021, expanding the project with additional tracks like "BYE." and "Summer." Smith also released the EP The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story in 2018, bridging his era with full-length albums through narrative-driven tracks evoking sunset . By 2024–2025, he issued smaller projects including the 2024 release A Case Study of the Long Term Effects of Young Love and the EP 2025: A Surrealist Ball or Elephants Reflecting Swans, incorporating surrealist and reflective themes amid smoother alternative-leaning production. Artistically, Smith's work from 2017 onward transitioned from Syre's genre-blending hip-hop focused on personal confusion and identity—drawing from and trap influences—to Erys' dual-persona concept, where the titular character represented an outgoing amid upbeat, collaborative beats. Subsequent releases like CTV3 further evolved toward , , and hybrids, prioritizing experimental lyricism over mainstream rap conventions, as evidenced by rainbow-hued visuals and thematic emphasis on . This progression reflects a consistent pursuit of boundary-blurring sounds, with later EPs amplifying surreal and introspective motifs without reverting to early aggression.

Live performances and tours

Smith's initial forays into live performances included opening for Fall Out Boy's on October 27, 2017, at in , , alongside Blackbear. In 2018, he served as an opener for J. Cole's KOD Tour with and , debuting on August 2 in Miami, Florida. These appearances featured sets drawing from his early mixtapes, such as Syre, emphasizing experimental hip-hop and rock influences. In April 2019, Smith performed at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival across both weekends in Indio, California, showcasing tracks from his album Erys. Later that year, he co-headlined the Willow & Erys Tour with his sister Willow Smith, a month-long North American run promoting their respective albums Willow and Erys. The tour commenced on November 12, 2019, at SOMA in San Diego, California, and included stops in Tempe, Arizona (November 13), Austin, Texas (November 16), Houston, Texas, and other cities, concluding in December. During September dates of the tour, he also opened for Tyler, the Creator's Igor Tour alongside GoldLink, including a September 6 performance at Budweiser Stage in Toronto, Ontario. Smith continued as an opener for Justin Bieber's Justice World Tour in 2022, delivering sets at venues such as Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on March 7, SAP Center in San Jose on March 2, Target Center in Minneapolis on May 6, and Value City Arena in Columbus on September 15. Typical setlists included "Cabin Fever," "Rainbow Bap," "Summertime in Paris," "Bad Connection," "Ninety," "P," and "I," lasting around an hour. He returned to Coachella in April 2023 for both weekends and appeared at additional festivals, including Lollapalooza Chile (March 15–17, 2024), Lollapalooza Brasil (March 22–24, 2024), and Festival Estéreo Picnic in Bogotá on March 24, 2024. In July 2024, he opened for Kid Cudi's Insano: Engage the Rage World Tour at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, with Pusha T. As of October 2025, Smith has not announced a major headlining tour, with recent activity centered on slots and selective opening performances rather than sustained touring. His live shows often highlight theatrical elements and collaborations, reflecting his artistic approach, though attendance and critical reception vary due to perceptions of his unconventional style.

Business ventures and entrepreneurship

Just Water and sustainability claims

Just Water is a bottled water company co-founded by Jaden Smith in 2015, with initial inspiration from Smith observing plastic pollution while surfing as a child. The brand sources its water from springs in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York and packages it in carton-based containers designed to reduce reliance on petroleum-derived plastics. Smith's involvement stems from a stated commitment to addressing ocean plastic waste, though the company's operations involve transporting water over distances, contributing to a carbon footprint inherent to bottled beverages. The company's primary sustainability claims center on its , which consists of approximately 54% from Forest Stewardship Council-certified forests, 28% plant-based plastic derived from , 15% conventional plastic, and 3% aluminum foil for barrier protection. Just Water asserts that 88% of the materials originate from plants, aiming for renewability and recyclability through processes like accounting, where plant-based content offsets fossil-based portions. These elements are promoted as lowering the compared to traditional PET plastic bottles, with the company highlighting reduced microplastic risks relative to fully plastic alternatives. However, the inclusion of non-renewable components and the overall lifecycle—including production, distribution, and potential incomplete —limits the net , as recycling rates remain low and transportation emissions persist. Independent assessments of Just Water's claims are limited, with the company self-reporting impacts like diverting plastic equivalents through its model, but lacking third-party life-cycle analyses confirming superiority over reusable alternatives or . In July 2025, the filed a against Just Goods, Inc. (Just Water's parent), alleging deceptive marketing for labeling products as "sustainable," "natural," and "pure" despite lab tests detecting in the water, contradicting purity claims and raising questions about contamination from packaging or processing. Critics, including environmental commentators, argue that promoting any , even with partial plant-based packaging, perpetuates consumption patterns that exacerbate resource use and waste compared to local water infrastructure. By 2019, the brand achieved a $100 million valuation, reflecting market appeal tied to these eco-friendly narratives, though empirical data on global plastic reduction attributable to Just Water remains anecdotal rather than quantified.

Fashion initiatives and brand collaborations

Jaden Smith co-founded the clothing brand MSFTSrep with his sister , establishing it as a creative that extends beyond apparel to foster and self-expression. Launched publicly around 2016, MSFTSrep emphasizes gender-neutral designs, such as skirts for males and styles for females, positioning itself against societal condemnation of non-conforming attire. The brand incorporates sustainability, with Smith discussing its role in addressing environmental concerns for humanity's future in interviews. MSFTSrep products include graphic shirts, pleated skirts, vests, and accessories in palettes like all-black, often featuring the brand's logo or motifs such as middle-finger graphics. In 2018, Smith collaborated with on a sustainable range for fall, utilizing innovations like black dyed with liquid dyestuff from Archroma and Artistic Milliners for easier cleaning and reduced environmental impact. This partnership evolved into the "Forces of Nature" collection, featuring engineered sustainable pieces dedicated to nature's power, with designs by Smith dropping in October of a later year. By August 2024, Smith undertook his first major design collaboration with , focusing on sustainable amid broader discussions of 's environmental footprint. Smith partnered with Levi's on a capsule collection promoting self-expression through DIY creativity, incorporating elements like customizable . In July 2024, his eco-luggage brand Harper Collective, founded with Sebastian Manes, collaborated with MCM on sustainable travel pieces. Smith has frequently appeared at events, including shows, wearing custom items like wooden box bags and gender-fluid tweed tops paired with the Petite Malle handbag, though these engagements reflect ambassadorial roles rather than formal design collaborations. In September 2025, Smith was appointed Christian Louboutin's first men's creative director, a role he described as surprising yet aligned with his vision, amid debates on whether it represents innovation or celebrity-driven marketing. He attended the brand's show on October 3, 2025, in football gear and face paint, following the announcement.

Recent executive roles and expansions (2024–2025)

In September 2025, Jaden Smith was appointed as the first-ever Men's at , a luxury known for its red-soled footwear. In this role, Smith is tasked with overseeing the development of four annual collections encompassing shoes, leather goods, and accessories, with his debut designs scheduled to premiere during in January 2026. The appointment builds on Smith's prior experience with his MSFTSrep brand and collaborations emphasizing cultural and stylistic innovation. Earlier in August 2024, Smith launched his inaugural major design collaboration with G-Star Raw, focusing on sustainable fashion elements integrated into denim and apparel lines. This partnership marked an expansion of his influence in apparel design, aligning with his established MSFTSrep initiatives but without assuming a formal executive position at G-Star. No significant expansions or new executive appointments were reported for his Just Water brand during this period.

Public statements, views, and activism

Philosophical ideas and social media influence

Jaden Smith has conveyed philosophical ideas principally via platforms, particularly (now X), where his cryptic statements on , , and human have garnered significant . A prominent example is his May 2, 2013, tweet: "How can mirrors be real if our eyes aren't real," which questions the reliability of sensory input and optical reflection, eliciting millions of views, imitations, and debates on . In a 2018 interview, Smith acknowledged difficulty fully grasping the tweet's implications, stating it stemmed from youthful on science and observation. Other posts similarly probe existential themes, such as a 2013 assertion that newborn infants possess unparalleled intelligence if able to communicate, positing untapped primal wisdom untainted by socialization. Smith has framed these and sibling Willow Smith's utterances as deliberate "social experiments" testing human responses, declaring in a 2015 interview: "Me and Willow are scientists, so everything for us is a scientific test upon humanity." This approach aligns with broader ambitions articulated in 2015, including reported plans for a philosophy book compiling essays on string theory, chaos theory, and mystical dimensions, though no such publication materialized. Smith's social media presence exerts influence through a substantial audience, with approximately 7.4 million followers on X and 19 million on Instagram as of October 2025, amplifying his reaches into viral phenomena. His tweets have inspired user-led experiments, such as incorporating them into dating app conversations to gauge reactions, and contributed to cultural memes critiquing pseudo-profound rhetoric. While some analyses, including philosophical breakdowns of joint interviews with Willow, interpret these as echoing Cartesian doubt or deconstructive skepticism, others highlight inconsistencies, such as conflating subjective experience with objective science absent empirical validation. Smith's output has thus shaped online discourse on profundity, often polarizing between admiration for unorthodoxy and dismissal as lacking substantive reasoning.

Environmental and social advocacy

Smith has advocated for environmental causes, emphasizing and . In May 2019, he addressed the ongoing at the Environmental Media Awards, calling for sustained attention to clean water access in affected communities. That September, he publicly urged his social media followers to reduce consumption to mitigate environmental impacts. In June 2019, Smith joined former Vice President in a discussion on advancing reforms through youth-led businesses and movements. He received the Redford Center's inaugural Award in January 2019 for his contributions to environmental advocacy. Smith continued climate engagement in November 2019 by advising young activists to involve skeptical parents in the movement, highlighting intergenerational dialogue as key to progress. In October 2020, he spoke at the TED Countdown global launch, sharing his long-standing motivation to combat the climate crisis through innovation and awareness. His efforts earned recognition from UCLA's Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, which honored him as an Environmental Champion in October 2021 alongside activist Mari Copeny for leadership in environmental justice. In July 2023, Smith expressed admiration for Greta Thunberg's passion, crediting it as inspiration for his own sustainable projects, including advocacy for electric vehicles. On social issues, Smith has supported initiatives addressing and food insecurity. For his 21st birthday in July 2019, he launched the "I Love You" in ' Skid Row, providing free plant-based meals to unhoused individuals. The expanded in September 2020 when he partnered with A$AP Rocky to distribute over 500 vegan meals in . In October 2020, Smith collaborated with LyftUp to offer $50,000 in ride credits, facilitating access to healthy food, clean , and opportunities for underserved groups. He has also raised awareness for AIDS orphans through support for Project Zambi, focusing on children impacted by the epidemic in . Smith has engaged with racial justice, participating in marches in 2020 and producing the series "The Solution Committee" in September 2020, which featured discussions on voting rights and systemic inequities with young activists. In October 2022, he publicly affirmed "" on and walked out of Kanye West's fashion show in protest of its "" messaging, stating that West lacked youth support.

Controversial opinions and backlash

Jaden Smith has publicly challenged traditional gender norms through his fashion choices and statements, such as wearing skirts and dresses in advertisements and public appearances, which drew mixed reactions including support from his father but criticism from those viewing it as performative or attention-seeking. In a interview, Smith expressed that society does not fully understand , aligning with broader cultural debates but prompting backlash from conservative commentators who accused him of promoting confusion among youth. Smith's social media activity, particularly on (now X), has frequently featured cryptic and conspiracy-oriented posts, such as claims that schools function as tools for brainwashing youth and that music tuned to 440 Hz frequency is part of an plot to control minds, which he later tied to his album Syre in 2018. These statements elicited ridicule and accusations of pseudointellectualism, with critics arguing they reflected ungrounded privilege rather than substantive insight, though Smith defended them in 2015 as social experiments conducted with his sister to test public reactions. In interviews, Smith has critiqued peer behavior, stating in a 2018 discussion resurfaced in 2022 that people his age prioritize selfies over addressing global issues like curing cancer, leading to widespread online mockery for perceived given his own lifestyle. He responded satirically on , acknowledging the comments' oddity, but the incident fueled narratives of detachment from everyday realities. Recent public behavior has amplified backlash, including a October 2024 showing Smith yelling profanities at his security team, described by observers as entitled and "awful," and bold fashion displays at in October 2025, such as outfits revealing underwear, which sparked accusations of and failing to mature beyond . In October 2024, Smith addressed years of being labeled "weird" by attributing it to his authentic self-expression, though this did little to quell criticisms linking his conduct to lax by Will and .

Personal life and challenges

Relationships and dating history

Jaden Smith was reportedly romantically linked to in 2013, when their friendship, which began through mutual social circles, evolved into a brief relationship; the pair was spotted together frequently, including at events, though neither confirmed the romance publicly, and they remained friends afterward. Smith dated model Sarah Snyder from approximately 2015 to 2016, with the couple appearing together at events and sharing public displays of affection; their breakup was attributed to differing schedules, though details remain unconfirmed by the parties involved. From 2017 to 2019, Smith was in a relationship with actress Odessa Adlon, daughter of Pamela Adlon; they were first photographed together in Miami Beach in April 2017, and the pairing ended amicably amid reports of growing apart due to career demands. Smith began dating influencer Sab Zada around 2020, with the relationship lasting until 2024 amid allegations of infidelity on his part; by September 2025, the pair was spotted displaying affection publicly, suggesting a possible reconciliation, though neither has issued an official statement. Other rumored links, such as with in 2021 or earlier, have been described by sources as platonic friendships rather than romantic involvements, with no substantive evidence of .

Health issues, family estrangements, and self-emancipation attempt

In 2013, at the age of 15, Jaden Smith requested legal emancipation from his parents, and , as a birthday wish, expressing a desire for arrangements amid frustrations with parental oversight. This stemmed partly from tensions following the critical and commercial failure of the 2013 film , in which Jaden starred alongside his father, with Jaden reportedly blaming Will for pressuring him into the project. Will Smith later described the moment in his 2021 memoir as heart-shattering, noting Jaden's sense of betrayal, though Jaden ultimately chose not to pursue emancipation after family discussions. Jada Pinkett Smith explained in a 2018 that Jaden moved out of the family home around age 15 to foster , viewing it as a natural step given his early career , though she acknowledged the emotional difficulty for parents. This period highlighted temporary familial strains, including Jaden's perception that his parents failed to fully grasp his perspectives, but no evidence indicates permanent estrangement; the family has since collaborated on projects and public appearances. Jaden Smith has faced physical health challenges, including rapid weight loss of approximately 30 pounds in his mid-teens, attributed to restrictive vegan eating habits that limited him to fewer than three meals daily, resulting in gaunt appearance, digestive problems, dizziness, and nutrient deficiencies. His parents intervened during this decline, prompting medical evaluation that addressed gut health impacts from his diet. He has also discussed mental health struggles, including anxiety during film productions, depression, and a sense of isolation, for which he has pursued therapy and, per his 2023 statements, therapeutic use of psychedelics introduced by his mother. In 2024, Smith attributed his unconventional behaviors to lifelong efforts to conform to societal norms, revealing ongoing challenges with fitting in and recent feelings of sadness and loneliness. He has disclosed a diagnosis of ADHD and continues therapy as of late 2024.

Influence of parental fame and dysfunction

Jaden Smith's entry into the entertainment industry was profoundly shaped by his parents' celebrity status, with , a globally renowned and , casting him in the 2006 film at age eight, portraying a fictionalized version of his father's childhood. This early exposure to high-profile projects, including red-carpet premieres and family-inspired such as initiatives to feed the homeless, provided Jaden with unparalleled access to resources, networks, and public attention from childhood. has publicly recognized this privilege, stating in January 2019 that her children, including Jaden, were "really privileged" and required deliberate efforts to instill amid such advantages. The Smith family's unconventional parenting approach, characterized by granting children like Jaden and sister complete to voice truths without consequences, later prompted to admit in June 2025 that it "backfired in a major way," contributing to relational strains and behavioral outcomes he deemed regrettable. Jada Pinkett Smith's public disclosures, including her 2023 revealing the couple's effective separation since 2016 despite outward unity, exacerbated family tensions, with sources reporting that Jaden found these revelations particularly difficult to process emotionally. and Jaden expressed sympathy for their father amid the fallout from these confessions, highlighting a perceived imbalance in how marital discord was aired publicly. Further elements of familial dysfunction included Jada's introduction of hallucinogenic substances to the family during a group discussion, as Jaden disclosed in June 2023, framing it as an attempt to address collective issues but tying into broader patterns of non-traditional boundary-setting. Episodes on , such as a June 2018 discussion where Willow and Jaden critiqued Jada's past rigidity as a —prompting her emotional breakdown—underscored ongoing intergenerational conflicts rooted in the parents' evolving philosophies. These dynamics have fueled external critiques, including July 2025 commentary accusing Will and Jada of effectively "raising" Jaden without sufficient guidance, linking his public behaviors to perceived parental lapses. Despite these challenges, Jaden has received parental support in addressing personal struggles, as evidenced by Jada's October 2024 endorsement of his introspective music reflecting on life's hardships.

Reception, achievements, and critiques

Accolades and commercial successes

Smith's breakthrough role in (2006) contributed to the film's commercial success, grossing $163.6 million in the United States and and $307.1 million worldwide against a $55 million budget. His performance earned nominations including the Critics' Choice Award for Best Young Performer and the Black Reel Award for Best Breakthrough Performance. In (2010), Smith starred as the lead, helping the remake achieve $176.6 million domestically and $359 million globally, marking it as the highest-grossing live-action film to date. For this role, he received an Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance and a Teen Choice Award for Summer Movie Star – Male, among other honors. Overall, Smith's films where he served as a leading actor have amassed over $910 million in worldwide earnings. Smith won the Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Young Actor for The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008). He has secured two , recognizing his work in acting and music, as well as an Empire Award for his broader contributions. Transitioning to music, Smith's collaboration "Never Say Never" with peaked at number 8 on the and attained 5× platinum certification from the RIAA for over 5 million units sold in the United States. His debut studio album Syre (2017) debuted at number 24 on the , accumulating over 400 million global streams. Follow-up (2019) reached number 12 on the same chart. Single "" from Syre earned gold certification for exceeding 500,000 units. Smith received a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year for his feature on Bieber's Justice (Triple Chucks Deluxe) at the in 2022.

Artistic and professional evaluations

Jaden Smith's acting has received mixed evaluations, with early performances praised for natural charisma but later roles critiqued for limited range and emotional depth. In (2006), his debut as the son of Will Smith's character earned acclaim for authenticity, with critics noting his competitive audition win over other child actors and contribution to the film's emotional core. Similarly, his lead role in (2010) remake was seen as a highlight, establishing initial industry reputation through physical commitment and chemistry with , despite the film's formulaic plot. However, (2013), directed by and co-starring his father, drew widespread criticism for Smith's portrayal of a frightened teen as annoying and wooden, with reviewers highlighting inconsistent delivery and failure to convey vulnerability amid the film's sci-fi premise. Subsequent sparse film appearances have fueled perceptions of stalled acting career, attributed by industry observers to underdeveloped skills rather than sustained demand. Smith's music output, spanning albums like SYRE (2017) and CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 (2020), elicits divided professional responses, often lauded for genre experimentation but faulted for lyrical immaturity and production excess. Pitchfork described SYRE as featuring "chaotic beats and cringe-worthy lyrics," framing it as a "sophistic, paranoid fantasy" blending new-age mysticism with hip-hop, though acknowledging conceptual ambition tied to Smith's personal visuals. The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story (2018) was critiqued for signaling a "more strategic and mature sound" yet appearing confused in execution, per music outlets evaluating its narrative-driven tracks. Positive assessments, such as for CTV3, highlight melancholic aesthetics and high points in perpetual euphoria themes, positioning it among his stronger projects for artistic cohesion. Broader critiques portray his discography as unoriginal and bloated, echoing influences from artists like Frank Ocean without equivalent innovation, with some reviewers dismissing it as derivative of pre-existing trends in alternative rap. Professionally, evaluators across mediums note Smith's versatility in pursuing , rap, and , yet frequently question the substance behind his output, linking mixed reception to familial advantages over innate prowess. While early commercial viability in films grossed over $700 million combined for and , sustained critical regard remains elusive, with diversions into and recent menswear roles at brands like scrutinized for prioritizing celebrity over proven expertise. professionals appreciate his genre-spanning refusal to conform, as in jumping between styles akin to Kanye West influences, but often rate his work as rough-edged stepping stones lacking refinement. Overall, while Smith's self-directed ethos garners niche admiration for boundary-pushing, dominant professional consensus views his artistry as promising yet undermined by perceived delusions of grandeur and inconsistent execution.

Nepotism debates, public perception, and cultural impact

Jaden Smith's career trajectory has frequently sparked debates over , given his parents' status as Hollywood powerhouses and , who facilitated early opportunities such as his debut role opposite his father in (2006) and the lead in (2010), both produced under their production company . Critics argue these roles, which grossed over $500 million combined at the , bypassed traditional casting merit due to familial connections, with online discussions as early as 2012 questioning whether any has leveraged parental fame more extensively. More recently, his appointment as Christian Louboutin's first men's on September 18, 2025, drew sharp backlash, with users decrying it as emblematic of stifling industry creativity and disadvantaging non-connected talents. Defenders counter that his prior collaborations with brands like demonstrate independent appeal to youth demographics, though of outsized advantages persists in analyses of his rapid ascent without equivalent validation. Public perception of Smith often veers toward ridicule, fueled by his unconventional pronouncements and interviews that have spawned enduring memes, such as his 2012 tweet asserting "Water is not wet," which amassed millions of engagements and inspired accounts. In a 2022 interview, his preference for associating with adults over peers his age prompted widespread trolling, with outlets highlighting it as evidence of isolation from normative youth experiences. A resurfaced 2025 clip from a Big Boy's Neighborhood , where he critiqued Generation Z's maturity amid the host's exclamatory "BROOO," further amplified memes portraying him as out-of-touch or performative. Fashion choices, like his October 2025 outing in an oversized, eclectic ensemble, elicited accusations of leveraging over substance, reinforcing a narrative of him as an eccentric "nepo kid" seeking validation through provocation rather than consistent output. Smith's cultural impact manifests primarily in niche spheres of youth fashion and philosophical discourse, where he has challenged gender norms through campaigns like Louis Vuitton's 2016 Spring/Summer ads featuring him in skirts, earning recognition as one of Time's most influential teens in 2016 for subverting traditional masculinity. His MSFTSrep clothing line, launched in 2013, promotes eco-conscious, boundary-pushing streetwear, influencing a subset of Gen Z aesthetics toward fluidity and activism, while his music and tweets have inspired fan communities to engage with abstract ideas on reality and society. However, this influence remains polarized and limited in scope, often critiqued as amplified by privilege rather than organic resonance, with broader pop culture adoption confined to meme-driven virality over substantive shifts in artistic or social paradigms.

Filmography

Feature films

Smith's acting career in feature films began at age eight with a supporting role as Christopher Gardner Jr. in (2006), directed by and co-starring his father as the lead; the film, based on the true story of Chris Gardner's homelessness and pursuit of a career, earned Smith a nomination for Best Breakthrough Performance at the . In 2008, he portrayed Jacob Benson, the human stepson of an alien ambassador, in the science fiction remake The Day the Earth Stood Still, directed by Scott Derrickson and starring Keanu Reeves; the film grossed $233 million worldwide but received mixed reviews, with critics noting Smith's performance as one of its strengths amid production controversies including reshoots. Smith took the lead role of Dre Parker, a bullied American teenager learning kung fu, in the 2010 remake The Karate Kid, directed by Harald Zwart and co-starring Jackie Chan; the film earned $359 million globally and led to Smith receiving the Breakthrough Performance Award at the 2010 BET Awards, though some reviews questioned the necessity of the remake. He starred as Kitai Raige, a young cadet on a survival mission with his father, in After Earth (2013), directed by M. Night Shyamalan and again co-starring Will Smith; budgeted at $130 million, it grossed $243 million but was critically panned, with a 12% Rotten Tomatoes score citing weak scripting despite Smith's physical preparation involving intense training. In the independent drama Skate Kitchen (2018), directed by Crystal Moselle, Smith played Devon, a transgender skateboarder and love interest in a story inspired by an all-female skate crew; the film premiered at Sundance, earning praise for its authentic portrayal of skate culture, with Smith's role drawing attention for his real-life skateboarding involvement. Smith appeared as Daryn, a terminally ill teenager's best friend, in the romantic drama Life in a Year (2020), directed by Mitja Okorn and co-starring Cara Delevingne and Analeigh Tipton; originally filmed in 2017, the Netflix release focused on themes of mortality and received mixed audience feedback for its sentimental tone.

Television and other appearances

Smith's television debut occurred in the UPN (later CW) sitcom All of Us (2003–2007), where he portrayed Reggie Hawkins, the son of the lead characters, across six episodes. The series, which drew from the real-life experiences of creators Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith alongside Betsy Borns, focused on a divorced talk-show host co-parenting with his ex-wife and her new husband. In 2008, he made a guest appearance as Travis in the Disney Channel series The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, specifically episode 18 of season 3, titled "Romancing the Phone," which aired on May 2, 2008. He also appeared in season 7, episode 20 of Blue Bloods (2017), titled "No Retreat, No Surrender," in a minor guest role. After a period focused on film and music, Smith returned to scripted television in 2016 as Marcus "Dizzee" Kipling, a young graffiti artist exploring identity and hip-hop culture in 1970s Bronx, in Netflix's The Get Down. The Baz Luhrmann-created series premiered its 10-episode first part on August 12, 2016, with production on a second part halted after Luhrmann's departure, though two additional episodes were released posthumously in 2017. That same year, he provided the voice of protagonist Kaz Kaan, a mecha-piloting wizard-vampire hunter, in the Netflix anime series Neo Yokio, which ran for one season of eight episodes starting September 22, 2017. Smith voiced a character in the 2022 Netflix animated musical special Entergalactic, directed by Fletcher Moules and based on Kid Cudi's album of the same name, which premiered on September 30, 2022, and explored themes of love and art in . Additional non-scripted television appearances include comedy sketches on (season 6, episode 8) and various talk shows, though these fall outside primary acting roles.

Discography

Studio albums

Jaden Smith's debut studio album, Syre, was released on November 17, 2017, through MSFTSMusic and in partnership with and . The 17-track project, recorded from 2014 to 2017, incorporates hip-hop, rap, and R&B elements, spanning 70 minutes and 29 seconds. It debuted at number 24 on the US chart. His second studio album, , followed on July 5, 2019, also via MSFTSMusic and . The album builds on the narrative from Syre, featuring guest appearances from artists including , and debuted at number 12 on the . Smith's third studio album, CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3, arrived on August 28, 2020, marking the fourth installment in his Cool Tape series while serving as a full-length studio release. The 17-track album peaked at number 44 on the and includes collaborations such as with Lido.
TitleRelease dateLabel(s)Peak Billboard 200 position
SyreNovember 17, 2017MSFTSMusic, , Interscope/24
ErysJuly 5, 2019MSFTSMusic,
CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3August 28, 2020MSFTSMusic, 44

Extended plays and mixtapes

Smith's initial forays into music distribution beyond singles were through s, starting with his debut project The Cool Cafe: Cool Tape Vol. 1, a free download released on October 1, 2012, featuring 11 tracks produced by collaborators including Trackzounds and Smitty. This was followed by the sequel CTV2 (full title The Cool Cafe: Cool Tape Vol. 2), an 11-track released on November 18, 2014, under his MSFTSrep imprint, incorporating guest appearances from artists like and Lido and emphasizing a more polished hip-hop sound. The third installment in the series, The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story, arrived on November 17, 2018, as a 10-track blending and rap elements, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of his debut studio SYRE. In parallel, Smith issued several extended plays, beginning with the collaborative three-track EP This Is The Album alongside producer Daniel D'Artiste, released on February 5, 2015, which highlighted experimental beats and featured vocals from Smith across tracks like "Scarface" and "Weekend in Atlantis." He later dropped Syre: The Electric Album, a remix-focused EP reworking tracks from his SYRE album with electronic production, released on July 12, 2018, via MSFTSMusic and Roc Nation. This preceded ERYS IS COMING, a promotional three-track EP issued on April 19, 2019, serving as a precursor to his second studio album ERYS with raw, punk-influenced rap deliveries. Most recently, on October 18, 2024, Smith released 2024: A Case Study of the Long Term Effects of Young Love, a four-track EP exploring themes of past relationships through introspective lyrics on singles like "Roses" and "D.U.M.B."

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