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By Karu F. Daniels, AOL Black Voices
Will Smith stays on top of his game.
Last week, the DVD release of his Academy Award nominated flick 'The Pursuit of Happyness' arrived in stores.
This week, the Philadelphia native was named the most powerful actor in Hollywood by 'Newsweek' magazine.
In a story titled 'The $4 Billion Man,' writer Sean Smith reports on Smith's success, which has raked in $4.4 billion in ticket sales, worldwide.
The astounding figures bested other box-office faves such as 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star Johnny Depp and 'Meet the Fockers' actor Ben Stiller.
"An actor's power is determined primarily by opening-weekend grosses and one industry insider says Smith is "the only thing" that represents a guaranteed opening weekend," Smith reported.
The former 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air,' who cut his teeth with fame via a platinum-plated rap career, has proven to be bankable in every film genre: sci-fi, action-comedy, romantic-comedy or drama.
His most memorable works include 'Six Degrees of Separation,' 'Independence Day,' 'Men In Black,' 'Hitch' and 'Ali.'
'Happyness,' reportedly made for $55 million, has grossed an astounding $298 million worldwide.
And as an executive producer and star of the inspirational biopic, it is no wonder he's at the top.
BV Extras:
-- BIG WILLIE STYLE: Check out Will Smith's movie career in photos.
-- More about 'Pursuit of Happyness' DVD here.
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By: Bopp on 4/08/2007 9:06PM
Will Smith is very deserving of all the acclaim he receives. He's come a long way, from Phila rapper to Hollywood box office smash actor and entertainer. He seems to have his priorties in order. Let's all just be happy and supportive of this young successful intelligent black family man.
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By: crystal williams on 4/08/2007 11:00PM
Will is an absolute role model for other black men. Will seems well rounded - has a good marriage (at least in public - your business should be your business) Jada is another role model - she is a strong black woman. I think that anyone doing positive things like will & jada then hats off - keep looking ahead - GOD MAKES EVERYTHING POSSIBLE
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By: Antoinette on 4/09/2007 12:19AM
I love Will. He is special. If his wife goes down in a plane crash..I'm his girl. Hey, I can dream..lol
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By: Sassy on 4/09/2007 12:54AM
Yeah, I'd like someone (Keisha) to please elaborate on what or whom has been brought down by Will and his successes. It's hard enough being Black and in the Hollywood scene. The last thing we need are people who are not able to back up their stories. I love Will, I own almost every movie and will continue to purchase anything he is in.
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By: jacqueline Brown on 4/09/2007 5:52AM
God bless you Will. You have suceeded in all your endeavors and paramount you and Jada are good parents
Do not forget all the little people who helped you on your way and all will be well.May you have continued happiness in all you do
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By: Sheryl on 4/10/2007 3:37PM
Nothing happened between Will and Denzel, I was a little disappointed over the comments made by Keisha and I reacted, but only by making another stupid remark. I apologize. I love both Will and Denzel. It makes me feel good as a black woman to see the brothas doing well.
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