“Here I stand before you - brown. Color of the mountains Colossal as the earth Wrapped so deliciously within my own joy and misery Feathers of my wings paralyzed by the distance of my mind Here I stand before you, the color of the night Frozen by the potential of me.”
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Will Smith
Will Smith, born on September 25, 1968, is a renowned American actor, musician, and producer. Known for his versatile acting skills and wide range of performances, Smith has made a name for himself in both film and television. He gained widespread attention in the early 1990s for his role in the TV show 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air', and further solidified his film career with movies like 'Independence Day' and 'I Am Legend'. Smith has been recognized with numerous awards for his exceptional acting, including an Academy Award for Best Actor. more
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