Jaden Christopher Syre Smith is an American rapper and actor, known for being the son of Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will Smith. He has garnered several accolades throughout his career, including a Teen Choice Award, an MTV Movie Award, a BET Award, and a Young Artist Award. Additionally, he has received a Grammy Award nomination, and has won two NAACP Image Awards and an Empire Award.
1992: Birth of Older Half-Brother Trey Smith
In 1992, Jaden Smith's older half-brother, Trey Smith, was born.
July 8, 1998: Birth of Jaden Smith
Jaden Christopher Syre Smith was born on July 8, 1998, in Malibu, California. He is the son of actors Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith.
2000: Birth of Younger Sister Willow Smith
In 2000, Jaden Smith's younger sister, Willow Smith, was born.
2006: Film Debut in The Pursuit of Happyness
In 2006, Jaden Smith made his film debut alongside his father Will Smith in The Pursuit of Happyness.
2006: Major Role Debut in The Pursuit of Happyness
In 2006, Jaden Smith made his major role debut in the film The Pursuit of Happyness, playing Christopher, the son of Chris Gardner.
2007: Breakthrough Performance Award at MTV Movie Awards
In 2007, Jaden Smith won the Breakthrough Performance award at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in The Pursuit of Happyness.
2008: Appearance in The Day the Earth Stood Still
In 2008, Jaden Smith appeared as Jacob in the science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still.
2008: Role in The Day the Earth Stood Still
Jaden Smith starred in the 2008 remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still alongside Keanu Reeves.
2010: Guest Performance on Justin Bieber's Single
In 2010, Jaden Smith made his debut as a recording artist by guest performing on Justin Bieber's single "Never Say Never," which was released for The Karate Kid's soundtrack and peaked within the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100.
2010: Rap Performance on Never Say Never
In 2010, Jaden Smith rapped alongside Justin Bieber in the song "Never Say Never," which peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified 5× Platinum in the US.
2010: Role in The Karate Kid
In 2010, Jaden Smith starred in the remake of The Karate Kid alongside Jackie Chan.
2010: Role in The Karate Kid
In 2010, Jaden Smith starred in the remake of The Karate Kid, alongside Jackie Chan.
October 1, 2012: Release of Debut Mixtape The Cool Cafe
On October 1, 2012, Jaden Smith released his debut mixtape The Cool Cafe.
May 2013: Collaboration with Korean Designer
In May 2013, Jaden Smith collaborated with Korean designer Choi Bum Suk to create a pop-up store, where customers could purchase clothes featuring their collaborated logos.
May 2013: Appearance in After Earth
In May 2013, Jaden Smith starred with his father Will Smith in the film After Earth.
May 15, 2013: Emancipation Ruling Discussion on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
On May 15, 2013, Jaden Smith appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show with his father Will, discussing his wish for an emancipation ruling as a 15th birthday present to establish his own residence.
2013: Appearance in After Earth
In 2013, Jaden Smith appeared with his father once more in the film After Earth.
2013: Criticism of Traditional Education
In 2013, Jaden Smith criticized traditional education and advised people to drop out, expressing that kids who attend public school are often 'teenagery' and 'angsty.'
April 2014: Casting in The Good Lord Bird
In April 2014, Jaden Smith was cast in the film The Good Lord Bird, based on James McBride's novel, to play the role of Henry Shackleford.
November 8, 2014: Release of CTV2
On November 8, 2014, Jaden Smith released the sequel to The Cool Cafe, titled CTV2.
2014: Release of Mixtape CTV2
In 2014, Jaden Smith released his mixtape CTV2.
2014: Start Working on Debut Album
In 2014, Jaden Smith started working on his debut studio album, Syre, a process that took three years.
2014: Announcement of Karate Kid 2
In 2014, it was announced that Jaden Smith would return for The Karate Kid 2, with Jackie Chan, directed by Breck Eisner, produced by James Lassiter and Will Smith, and written by Zak Penn.
2015: Relationship with Sarah Snyder
Jaden Smith dated Sarah Snyder from 2015 to 2017. She inspired numerous songs on his debut album, Syre.
December 5, 2016: Release of Fallen
On December 5, 2016, Jaden Smith released the lead single "Fallen" from his debut album Syre.
December 2016: Announcement of Album Syre
In December 2016, Jaden Smith announced that his debut studio album would be titled Syre.
2016: Vogue Korea Editorial
In 2016, Jaden Smith was featured in a Vogue Korea editorial wearing traditionally female attire, including a black skirt, blue nail polish, and a flower in his hair. He wore skirts to help kids be bullied less in schools.
2016: Return to Acting with The Get Down
After a three-year hiatus, Jaden Smith returned to acting in 2016, starring in the Netflix series The Get Down.
2016: Modelled Womenswear for Louis Vuitton
In 2016, Jaden Smith modelled in a womenswear campaign for Louis Vuitton, wearing a skirt. He explained that his choice was an attempt to combat bullying, hoping that in five years, kids wearing skirts to school would not be bullied.
June 2017: Moved into $4 Million Home
In June 2017, Jaden Smith moved out of his parents' house and into a $4 million home in Hidden Hills, marking a significant step in his independence.
July 14, 2017: Release of Singles Batman and Watch Me
On July 14, 2017, Jaden Smith released the singles "Batman" and "Watch Me" from his debut album Syre.
November 17, 2017: Release of Syre
On November 17, 2017, Jaden Smith released his debut studio album Syre, which debuted at #24 on the Billboard 200.
December 14, 2017: Announcement of Next Project Erys
On December 14, 2017, Jaden Smith announced his next project following Syre would be titled Erys.
2017: Return to Acting in The Get Down
In 2017, Jaden Smith returned to acting in the Netflix original series The Get Down.
2017: Relationship with Sarah Snyder
Jaden Smith dated Sarah Snyder from 2015 to 2017. She inspired numerous songs on his debut album, Syre.
2017: Release of Debut Studio Album Syre
Jaden Smith released his debut studio album, Syre, in 2017 after signing with Roc Nation and Interscope Records. The album peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200.
June 21, 2018: Trailer Release for Skate Kitchen
On June 21, 2018, the first official trailer for Crystal Moselle's Skate Kitchen, featuring Jaden Smith as the main character, was released.
July 8, 2018: Release of Syre: The Electric Album
On July 8, 2018, Jaden Smith released Syre: The Electric Album exclusively on Instagram on his 20th birthday. The project, a guitar-centric rework of Syre, was later released on streaming platforms.
July 30, 2018: Announced as Opener for J. Cole's KOD Tour
On July 30, 2018, Jaden Smith was announced as an opener during J. Cole's KOD Tour alongside Young Thug and EarthGang.
August 10, 2018: Release of Skate Kitchen
Skate Kitchen, starring Jaden Smith as the main character, was released on August 10, 2018, after screening at Sundance in Winter 2017.
August 21, 2018: Kid Cudi Collaboration Announcement
On August 21, 2018, Jaden Smith expressed his interest in making an album with Kid Cudi, following Kid Cudi's statement that he would like to collaborate with Smith.
August 27, 2018: Just Water Launch in the UK
On August 27, 2018, Just Water, a company Jaden Smith has partnered with since he was 12, officially launched in the UK. The company aims to create affordable water filtration systems and environmentally-friendly construction methods.
November 2018: Claimed Tyler, the Creator is His Boyfriend
Beginning in November 2018, Jaden Smith claimed that rapper Tyler, the Creator was his boyfriend. Tyler, who is bisexual, denied the claim.
2018: Created Denim Line with G-Star
In 2018, Jaden Smith created a denim line in collaboration with the fashion brand G-Star, further establishing his influence in the fashion industry.
March 2019: Management Change
In March 2019, Jaden Smith's management changed from Will Smith's Westbrook Entertainment to Three Six Zero after the latter acquired Westbrook.
July 5, 2019: Release of Second Studio Album Erys
On July 5, 2019, Jaden Smith released his second studio album, Erys, which debuted at number 12 on the US Billboard 200.
2019: Release of Second Studio Album Erys
In 2019, Jaden Smith released his second studio album, Erys, which peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200.
2019: Tyler, the Creator Reveals Relationship Claims Were Sarcastic
In 2019, Tyler, the Creator revealed in the song 'NOIZE' on the album Erys that his relationship claims with Jaden Smith were sarcastic.
July 24, 2020: Release of Single Cabin Fever
On July 24, 2020, Jaden Smith released the single "Cabin Fever" from his third album CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3.
2020: Release of Third Studio Album CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3
In 2020, Jaden Smith released his third studio album, CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3, which peaked at number 44 on the Billboard 200.
2020: Role in Life in a Year
In 2020, Jaden Smith starred with Cara Delevingne in the romantic drama Life in a Year, receiving positive reviews.
June 21, 2021: Release of Single BYE
On June 21, 2021, Jaden Smith released the single "BYE".
August 27, 2021: Release of CTV3: Day Tripper's Edition
On August 27, 2021, Jaden Smith released another version of the album CTV3: Day Tripper's Edition on all streaming platforms.
2022: Grammy Award Nomination
In 2022, Jaden Smith was nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year as a featured artist on Justin Bieber's album Justice.
2023: Online Death Hoax
In 2023, Jaden Smith was the subject of an online death hoax after false claims on Facebook and YouTube suggested he had died, leading to widespread confusion among his fans.