Will Smith Confirms a Sequel for 1 of His Biggest Movies, Seemingly Alludes to Oscars Slap in Speech

Will Smith wanted to be a scientist…

Will told the audience that he was interested in science and considered it as a career path since he loved figuring out puzzles. What changed? He was introduced to rap.

The actor cited hearing The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight” as a transformative moment for him. “I knew I wanted to do whatever that art form was in front of people,” he told the audience. “Rap music was the first real entertainment that captured my desire.”