Will Smith Reflects On ‘Terrifying’ Experience Of Welcoming His First Son Trey: ‘I Just Fell Down On My Knees’

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As a dedicated follower who has had the privilege of witnessing Will Smith‘s journey through the years, I find it truly heartwarming to see such a powerful man as he opens up about his most vulnerable moments. His honesty and emotional vulnerability are a testament to the transformative power of parenthood, a role that can shake even the strongest to their core.

As a die-hard fan, let me tell you, the one and only Will Smith, a man of unparalleled talent, recently showed a more sensitive side in an interview. The guy who played the captivating Detective Del Spooner in “I, Robot” had his guard down as he fondly recalled the moment he became a father to his son Trey for the first time. His usual charisma and confidence were replaced with heartfelt emotions, proving that even superstars have their vulnerable moments.

During an open discussion at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles during “An Evening with Will Smith,” the Academy Award-winning actor discussed his experiences when he became a father to Willard Carroll “Trey” Smith III, his son with his former wife Sheree Zampino.

The actor and rapper stated that it was “likely one of the scariest periods I’ve ever experienced,” prior to performing his 1997 song, Just the Two of Us.

During the discussion, the actor from I Am Legend mentioned that his son, Trey, who is 31 years old, was among the spectators. Smith stated that he welcomed Trey during the second season of his popular ’90s TV show, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and when he was just 24 years old.

On the very first night Smith welcomed Trey into their home, he reflected on how deeply aware he became of his responsibilities at that moment, a feeling shared by many parents. Tears welled up in the actor, reflecting the emotional voyage he was embarking on.

Will Smith gratefully acknowledged Trey’s good health and overall wellness, while also expressing that parenthood was the initial event that left him feeling deeply affected at the very core.

Actor from Men In Black shared stories about his father too, mentioning that there wasn’t much conversation between them when he was growing up.

Later on, Smith expressed, “Then, I found myself saying, ‘Uh-oh, it’s my time now.’ I dropped onto my knees and swore an incredibly powerful oath, possibly the strongest ever made to another person.

In my commitment as a dedicated follower, I pledged to Trey that I would strive to be a responsible father. As I gently brushed away my tears, I shared that the song I planned to perform at the event, “Just The Two of Us,” was penned on the very same night I welcomed Trey into our home.

At the October 3, 2024 event during our conversation, Smith shared an interesting detail: His firstborn child was born around the same time he purchased a TV with picture-in-picture capability, which served as the catalyst for composing the song.

On his 31st birthday tribute posted on Instagram, the rapper once spoke about the deep bond between the song and Trey, a topic he had discussed earlier.

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2024-10-04 16:54