Will Smith has had an incredible career as an actor, achieving huge success with an Academy Award and starring in a variety of films across different genres. But his personal life, especially his kids, is just as fascinating. Will shares a deep bond with his family, especially with his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, and their three kids: Trey, Jaden, and Willow. While Trey is from Will’s first marriage to Sheree Zampino, Jaden and Willow are his children with Jada. Here’s a closer look at Will’s kids and their individual journeys.
Trey Smith, 32
Trey Smith, born on November 11, 1992, is Will Smith’s firstborn. Although Will and his first wife, Sheree Zampino, divorced in 1995, they later developed a strong co-parenting relationship. Will has been open about the emotional toll of his divorce, mentioning that it was one of the hardest experiences of his life. However, he and Trey grew closer over time, and in a 2018 Instagram video, Will shared the struggles they faced and how they eventually built a solid father-son bond. The video reflected on how Trey had felt abandoned after the divorce but later came back into his father’s life when he was ready. Their relationship has only grown stronger since, with Will celebrating Trey’s 31st birthday in 2023 with a heartfelt throwback video.
Jaden Smith, 26
Jaden Smith, born on July 8, 1998, is the second son of Will and Jada. Like his dad, Jaden has built a career in acting, starring in notable films like The Karate Kid (2010) and The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008). He also appeared alongside Will in The Pursuit of Happyness and After Earth. Jaden’s acting earned him recognition, including an MTV Movie & TV Award for Best Breakthrough Performance in 2006. But Jaden didn’t stop at acting—he ventured into music and released his debut album Syre in 2017. He earned a Grammy nomination in 2022 for his feature on Justin Bieber’s album Justice. Will even showed his support by creating a parody video celebrating Jaden’s achievement of hitting 100 million streams on Spotify. Will’s playful imitation of Jaden’s music video “Icon” was a fun way of celebrating his son’s success. In his post, Will praised Jaden for staying true to himself and continuing to create unique work. Jaden’s personal life saw some changes, with reports indicating that he was dating influencer Sab Zada before they broke up in 2024. Despite this, Jaden and his ex have remained close friends.
Willow Smith, 24
Willow Smith, born on October 31, 2000, is the youngest of Will’s children and the only daughter. Like her brothers, she’s followed in the footsteps of her famous parents and siblings. Willow’s career started early when she appeared in the 2007 film I Am Legend with Will. She later worked with her mom, Jada, as a voice-over artist for Madagascar 2. But it was her breakout hit, “Whip My Hair,” released in 2010 when she was just 9 years old, that catapulted her to stardom. She signed with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label, becoming one of the youngest artists on the roster. However, the pressures of fame and touring were overwhelming for young Willow, who shared with PEOPLE that she had wanted to sing but wasn’t prepared for the business side of the industry. Over the years, Willow has continued to make music, with her latest album Empathogen released in 2024. She’s also toured, including an opening act for Childish Gambino. While Willow is known for her creative pursuits, she has kept her personal life private, though she has previously shared that she identifies as polyamorous.
Will Smith’s children have each carved their own paths in the entertainment industry, showing creativity and individuality. Trey, Jaden, and Willow may have grown up in the spotlight, but they’ve each used their unique talents to shine in their own right. Will has always supported them, and the love and connection they share as a family are evident in everything they do.