In a heartwarming reunion during Season 3 of Hart to Heart, Kevin Hart and Will Smith, both hailing from Philadelphia, shared genuine brotherly affection. With a longstanding friendship and mutual experiences in the entertainment industry, their bond runs deep. 

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Will Smith
Hart, deeply inspired by Smith, has fashioned his career in the footsteps of his fellow Philadelphian. He acknowledges Smith’s significant role in opening doors for men of color within the film industry, cementing their admiration for each other.

 

Kevin Hart Holds High Praise For Will Smith

During their heartfelt conversation, Kevin Hart expressed his gratitude to Will Smith for the blueprint he provided in the entertainment industry, which led to Hart’s international success and recognition. He acknowledged the significant work and effort Smith put in to pave the way for men of color to attain prominent roles as lead actors, resulting in what is now considered a significant step forward in terms of global exposure and representation for actors of color. He also praised Will Smith’s film, Ali.

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“I am in a place of international gain and exposure based off of a blueprint that you set in this business,” Hart told Smith. “[It’s] work that you did, that you put into. I guess what you could say now is what’s considered to be the international exposure in attachment to a man of color as the lead.” 
Will Smith’s journey from Philadelphia to Bel-Air and his creation of the “blueprint” for success all revolve around the importance of having a strong team. According to Smith, it’s a team effort to achieve greatness. The critical factor lies in the people who surround you, your friends, and the individuals you interact with daily. They can either make or break your dreams. Smith firmly believes that having a reliable and supportive team is essential in building a successful career or excelling in any aspect of life at a high level.

 

Will Smith Tells Kevin Hart How He Elevated His Career

During their conversation, Kevin Hart inquired about Will Smith’s ability to continuously elevate his career and surpass expectations. Smith attributed his success to being a devoted and serious student. He revealed that he reads around 12 books every year, recognizing that the quality of his life is directly influenced by the depth of his understanding. Smith’s commitment to learning and continuous self-improvement has been a driving force behind his ability to raise the bar in his career and life.

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“When I started reading a lot my life really took off,” Smith said. “I started to be able to solve the problems of my life more effectively … Education is everything. The solution to every problem in life is in a book somewhere.”
In 2010, a significant shift occurred in Smith’s life when he developed a newfound appreciation for reading. This transformation coincided with his children’s thriving careers, with Jaden Smith starring in The Karate Kid and Willow Smith gaining popularity with Whip My Hair. Despite their professional success, Smith realized that he was the only one truly content at that time.

 

Source: NBC