Jaden Christopher Syre Smith, born on July 8, 1998, in Malibu, California, is a multifaceted American actor, rapper, singer, and American actor, rapper, singer, and entrepreneur. As the son of Hollywood icons Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, Jaden began his career as a child actor before transitioning into music and becoming a cultural influencer known for his unique style.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Jaden Christopher Syre Smith |
| Date of Birth | July 8, 1998 |
| Place of Birth | Malibu, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Parents | Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Smith |
| Relatives | Willow Smith (sister), Trey Smith (half-brother) |
| Partner | Sab Zada |
| Children | None publicly disclosed |
| Occupations | Actor, rapper, singer, entrepreneur |
| Labels | Roc Nation |
| Net Worth | Estimated around $8 million |
Early Life and Education
Growing up in a high-profile family with siblings Willow Smith (a singer) and Trey Smith (his older half-brother), Jaden attended New Village Leadership Academy before being homeschooled by his parents.
His upbringing often left him feeling isolated from typical childhood experiences. However, he found solace in creative pursuits like skateboarding.
Career
Jaden Smith’s career has been a diverse and evolving journey, spanning both acting and music. He began his acting career at a very young age, making his debut on the TV show All of Us, which was co-created by his parents Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith.
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As he grew older, Jaden started to take on more significant roles in films. One of his earliest notable performances was in The Pursuit of Happyness (2006), where he starred alongside his father Will Smith. This role earned him an MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance.
He continued to build momentum with roles in The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) and notably as Dre Parker in the remake of The Karate Kid (2010), opposite Jackie Chan.
After focusing primarily on acting for several years, Jaden took a break from film to concentrate on music. During this time, he released several mixtapes before launching his studio album Syre in 2017.
This marked a significant shift towards establishing himself as a musician, which continued with subsequent albums like Erys (2019) and CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 (2020).
In recent years, Jaden has returned to acting with appearances in films such as Skate Kitchen (2018) and Life in a Year (2020). Alongside these projects, he has also made headlines for his bold fashion statements and personal style.
Throughout his career, Jaden has demonstrated versatility by navigating between different creative fields while maintaining a strong presence across various platforms.
His ability to adapt and explore new interests has allowed him to maintain relevance across generations of fans who appreciate both his artistic talents and unique persona.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to entertainment pursuits, Jaden co-founded JUST Water—a company focused on eco-friendly bottled water solutions—and has been an outspoken advocate for environmental causes.
Personal Life
Jaden Smith has been in several high-profile relationships, including with Kylie Jenner, Sarah Snyder, Odessa Adlon, and most recently Sab Zada. He remains close to some of his ex-partners and has been the subject of other relationship rumors.
At age fifteen he filed for emancipation from his parents but remains close-knit with them today.
Net Worth
As of now Jaden’s net worth is estimated at $8 million—derived primarily from acting roles film appearances musical releases tours brand endorsements entrepreneurial ventures such as JUST Water along other business interests.
Filmography
- 2006: The Pursuit of Happyness – Christopher Gardner Jr.
- 2008: The Day the Earth Stood Still – Jacob Benson Jr.
- 2010: The Karate Kid – Dre Parker
- 2013: After Earth – Kitai Raige
- 2018: Skate Kitchen – Devon
- 2020: Life in a Year – Daryn
Discography
Studio Albums
- Syre (2017)
- Erys (2019)
- CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 (2020)
Mixtapes
- The Cool Café (2012)
- CTV2 (2014)
Notable Singles
- “Icon”
- “Fallen”
- “Watch Me”
- “Cabin Fever”
Awards and Nominations
Jaden has received numerous accolades for both acting and music:
- BET YoungStars Award (Winner – 2011)
- MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance (The Pursuit of Happyness)
- Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor (The Day the Earth Stood Still)
- Young Artist Award (The Karate Kid)
- Nominations for Teen Choice Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and Kids’ Choice Awards.
- Grammy Nomination for Album of the Year as a featured artist on Justin Bieber’s album Justice.
