West Philadelphia, Born and Raised 

How many people love WILL SMITH?

Many children will be inspired by this mural. Richard Wilson couldn't have chosen a better person.

THIS IS THE MEANING OF "GIVE PEOPLE THEIR FLOWERS WHILE THEY'RE LIVING"☝💐🌸🌷🌹🌻🌺💪

I have never seen your mother before but it’s so obvious as to how warm her heart is. A great parent is usually not too far behind a brilliant person ❤️

Well fuuuck me.... Can You even imagine how much work and talent goes into painting such thing on a wall !? now thats talent and skill!!

Aww your mom’s reaction is so sweet and amazing. ❤️

I actually ride pass his mural every time I’m in West Philly. It’s literally the first thing you see.

Will is the most positive guy in the world

Will Smith always gives back, too. I remember when my mom was a middle school teacher, and he actually came to speak with the kids and encourage them. Things like that stick with kids forever. He's a true man of the people.

3:40 "You got Will's ears right." Totally something your childhood friend would roast about you LOL 😂😂😂😂. I hope everyone who reads this comment has a positive and cheerful day. Much love!!🙏 ❤

That thumbnail shows a captured moment, of a Mother who is proud of her son. Will Smith, you've done well.

He deserves it... He's awesome. Actor, Comedienne, Father, Etc... He's a good man. ❤️ Mom & Dad did an Amazing job raising him up. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

The backstory video we finally get to see.

Is the playground where you spent most of your days?

West Philadelphian, born and raised, even I too went to 'Brook (Class of '00), makes me so very proud. Maybe, one day, I'll have a mural of me too on the side of a building in West Philly!😄😎😍

2:22 that Proud Mother Reaction got me in the feels❤👌🔥😢😢😢

LIVING LEGEND

*ICON LIVING*

Raised in Philly from 1957, at age 6...went to Overbrook High six sisters and brothers under me was born and raised, Those were the days. We love Will Smith

Amazing! Will Smith is honestly my absolute favorite celebrity. He seems so down to earth and just a good man through and through. It's wonderful to see him being respected and honored!

One of the best actor and inspirational person in the World ! Love from France ❤️🇫🇷

Who else sang the fresh prince theme song when reading the title?

Will Smith's story is incredible. to be a rapper that just happened to stumble into acting, and now you're hailed as one of the greatest actors of all time....whew! Powerful. So inspiring.

THAT PICTURE OF YOU WILL IS ABSOLUTELY EXTRAORDINARY,THE ARTISTS IS Straight GENIUS!A MILLION THUMBS UP, BEAUTIFULLY DONE!🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹😁😁

Will Smith is such an amazing person and so deserving of all he’s accomplished! Such a beautiful mural of him❤️

Love that mural. It came out just lovely! And that’s so cool how he did the location scouting online.

Dr. J inspired Will. Will will inspire some young person.... This what young people need. A person that looks like them, and comes from where they're from..... The mural and it's message gives me hope for our young...

Will Smith for president 2020

You deserve it AND NEVER HAD TO CURSE on your RECORDS.

On the playground is where I spent most of my days...

ONE MORE TIME TO THE ARTIST! AMAZING JOB!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💯💯💯💯😊

That is awesome..I Love Will Smith..I'm 61..still listening to all his songs..watch all his movies..

Anyone else absolutely amazed at how much Will has accomplished in his life! It's amazing ✌️

I know I’m not the only one who immediately starting singing when I saw the title 🎶

I’m 46yrs old and I pass this every day going to serve in another section of philly and it inspires me! This is an amazing image that depicts an amazing narrative! Inspiration like this is what our cities need! God definitely graced Will’s journey! 👍🏿

Fresh Prince has ALWAYS been one of my favorite shows-even if it did end two months before I was born & I grew up on it’s reruns; I didn’t grow up in any part of Philadelphia, I grew up in south Jersey-but that fact never stopped me from falling in love with & being inspired by Smith & Fresh Prince. I will always love this show, the messages it send and all the funny characters, because even to this day: the messages in the episodes still hold up and it in itself is still extremely funny. So I raise a glass, give a round of applause-a standing ovation to the cast and crew of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air for the serious messages, the laughter, the tears, & dreams it gave me-I may not be African American, but I am proud to live in the same country as them & have inspiring role models like Will Smith. So I say: THANK YOU ALL: the crew workers from: lights, sound, cameras, writers etc.-without you all there would’ve been no show to begin with. THANK YOU ALL: ensemble & minor-reoccurring-cast members-without you all the stage would have been extremely lacking. THANK YOU ALL: starring cast members: Will Smith, Alfonso Ribeiro (Carlton Banks), Tatyana Ali (Ashley Banks), Karyn Parsons (Hilary Banks), Joseph Marcell (Geoffrey Butler), Ross Bagley (Nicky Banks), Janet Hubert & Daphne Maxwell Reid (Aunt Vivian Banks), & James Avery-R. I. P. Nov. 27, 1945 - Dec. 31, 2013 (Uncle Philip Banks)-with out ALL of you there would’ve been even less laughter in my life. THANK YOU ALL for making a show I could have reruns to grow up on, a show I could learn from; for making a family that-not in EVERY way, but I could still-relate to, a family that I at times wished I could be apart of. I hope that it’s once show that will never get remade & changed, that it always remains as it is: perfect in its messages, & continuously inspiring to each new generation that gets to experience it. THANK YOU ALL soooo much for being apart of & making a show that I can come back to time & time again no matter how old I get, when I need: a laugh, some inspiration, a look back at happier memories & a reminder of some of the many African Americans I look up to & inspired me growing up. I don’t expect any of you will ever see & read this-because it’s a post on RU-vid-but, that’s okay, because I’m sure you ALL already know just how big a mark you left on so many of people 😊♥️.

Will Smith is the GOAT. Huge inspiration to me and my life. Thank you, Will.

I'm from North Philly and currently living in Norristown PA and I'm glad they honored Will with this mural, well deserved and It's about damn time! I mean Will is Philly! He represents us everytime he's doing his thing whatever it may be, whether its music or even movies he represents us in Philly heavy! Much respect to Will Smith and his family. It's crazy how well done it was painted. Much props to the artist Richard for real, it's really nice! Keep inspiring Will! Much love and respect from me always! #He Is Legend #Fresh Prince 2018!!!

strolled yesterday trough West Philly. I really appreciate your dignity even more, Mr. Smith. Best regards from a German visitor. 🍀

This mural is right across the street from my primary school Every couple of days I pass it So inspired ,makes me look up and feel so inspired On the opposite side of the road on my primary school there's a Phoenix rising Thank you Big Willy from Philly #215

Will smith has to be the best and most humble actor the world will ever have

that mural is so cool, i am so happy this is a thing. inspiring people every day

Dear Will, you deserve it !! I live in a small country that you probably did not even hear of. It is called Moldova. But I watched all your movies and really love them. The most beloved film is " In pursuit of happiness," I do not know if I correctly called him, but we translate him so. You played great there !! I believe that this film should be shown to children in schools so that they know how to become a person. You are an ingenious actor !! And at the same time, it seems to me, simple and classy boy !! Thank you for being !! I wish you creative success and new amazing films !!!!!!!!!

A huge shout-out to the artist. Thank you my man.

The artist is dope ❤️

Another awesome video, oh and love the hat at the end Will 😉

When I saw that mural, I was on the Am Trak railing in from Lancaster. I welled up tears of joy. I was so happy to see the man I grew up mimicking have an impactful image painted of him on such a great city.

This man is an awesome artist. This is a perfect picture of will. Congratulations to you will smith for your hard work through your journey of life.

I think it is better than any Oscar awards. Just AMAZING!

I LIVE FOR HIS VIEOS HE LOVES CREATING HIS OWN CONTENT, SO MUCH EFFORT

This is literally minutes from my house. *West Philadelphia born and raised* my little cousin goes to global, so the proceeds going to her school is amazing!

Shalom Brother Will. Congratulations. I'm from 52nd and Parrish and I went to Winfield Academy close to city line ave. When I was a kid at the height of your fame you used to come into the library and sign autographs and be real cool to the kids. I remember that. Much respect to you and all that you've been able to accomplish. West Philly baby. "The Bottom"

This is deeply moving. Congratulations Will. #peaceandprosperity

What a detailed ARTIST, Respect 💯💯💯💯💯💯

Will, I suffer from MS as well as 6 other health issues Point is, I’d be very happy if you did something to Bring awareness to Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) for everyone that suffers from M.S. I want to thank you So much for all you do and for everything you Continue to do God Bless you and all your family.

What an awesome inspiration and aspiration Will Smith is/has become for the human race!!! 🥰👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

On the playground is where I spent most of my days

From Saudi Arabia Will Smith you deserve it I remember good old days n 90s

It was so humbling to see Will's mother get so emotional. That's her child on that wall. God is great!!!

Only thing I can think is That Jazzy Jeff needs one Too hands down the best Scratcher ever

He is one of the only celebrities I want to meet! It would be so cool to do a short film or something for him. Watched all his stuff as a kid haha

You Sir are a living legend 👏🏾👏🏾. May your walk in life continue to be blessed. The artist is very talented as well. His depiction of you is spot on.

Actual 'Feeling' transference...one of the things I'm sure will be possible in my great grandchildren's lifetime (alongside other sense' stimulation experiences). I would have loved to have actually FELT the feeling Mrs. Smith felt when she saw her baby's likeness on the side of that building knowing all it took for him to achieve what he has and what it means to others to see him there, bigger than life! Bravo to you, Mrs. Smith and to Mr. Smith (may he rest in peace). You've raised an outstanding human being! #Heartsongs

My favorite scene from fresh prince: Will:Mirror, Mirror on that wall I aint to short I ain't to tall, DAMN I look fine. Kisses reflection of himself

Will is not ageing at all. Well done to the artist of the mural of will. Well done.

Will has always been that guy everyone wants to be like cool , calm in peace with his self I always loved Will because he never had to change up for no one he stays in his own lane.

Put DJ Jazzy Jeff on the other half of the building! He's also from Philly, so why not?

This made me cry 😭 you really have been such a huge inspiration to my life and just seeing how others feel the same way really hit me. Thank you for being you! We love it wholeheartedly 💛

What's up Philly Born and raised on 56th and Cherry st., then at the Passyunk projects. Now residing in Georgia as a chef at a Hospital... Just bought my t-shirt, come on folks let's support the kids... Congrats Will❤

I love it . I drive my that mural several times a week ! It make me feel good and buts a smile on my face .

Simply Beautiful, Stay Strong Will, we are praying you & your family.

Congrats Will! You are a true legend and inspiration to many.

West Philadelphia born and raised! License plate said fresh and had dice in the mirror. #icon

That's a real subliming honor sir. Congratulations on receiving your flowers while you are here. It's a stupendous Mural.

Love you will. My childhood wouldn’t have been the same without you. Congratulations!

‘West Philadelphia, Born and Raised’ - On the playground is where I spent most of my days

This is MOST inspiring and honored, for a young black male just trying to stay on the right path in this World!! Great artistry, absolutely 👏👌👏

From Camden...when I go home I have got to see Mr. Smith's mural!!! THIS ART IS POWER AND REPRESENTS POWER AND POSITIVITY!!! HISTORY! BLESSING FOR THIS TO BE DONE WHILE HE IS ALIVE!!! MR. SMITH NEVER TRIED TO FIT IN AND THAT'S WHY HE IS STILL RELEVANT. 💗😘

An amazing gift to West Philly.. an amazing gift to the world he is! Thank You Mr. Smith for your talents you and your beautiful family have bestowed upon us all!

Love bein a Philly boy and bein a part of the best city in the world. Proud of u Will and thank u for bein a great role model for me and being my favorite actor since I was a young boy. Philly Love!

Man that’s legendary he got to smell his flowers and live to see his tribute. It’s Amazing We love you Will!

Congratulations Will Smith this is a beautiful mural of you. You deserve it

I cried and I am really proud of you Will. Love from Holland❤️

I have so much respect for Will Smith. He's so unique, motivating and such a great, loving man. I aspire to be like him. Not his fame and money, but his personality and heart. Thank you, Will, for being the best version of yourself.

_INSPIRING!_ as always.

What a inspiration Will Smith is for everyone and a incredible story this was. Amazing artist.

Pretty Awesome. Pretty awesome. The artist is mind blowing!!! They are icons ... Artist/Will. Incredible!!

wow. what an incredible mural... so happy for will. he's aging so well. :") love his mother's expression ♡.

In the play ground is where I spend most of my days , chilling out relaxing out acting all cool shooting some b-ball outside of the school

Beautiful pcs of art work well done ☝️🤩🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆☝️👌👌👌👌👌👌

Those big ears can provided WiFi for the entire West Philly. I love Will Smith. He is a great guy.

Love Philly so much.

AMAZING ,to the artist, great job👏👏👏👏👏👏

I can’t imagine anyone on this earth who didn’t love WILL SMITH. He is a hero. Handsome hero. Great actor.

Just amazing so Beautiful how this man paints this on the building for kids.could see and when people visit Philadelphia just truly amazing Will Mother so Beautiful he have her eyes.

WILL SMITH 😍😍

wow...big up

He was just a kid in West Philly. Now he has become well known and respected in the town he grew up in. Lucky man.

The hat and the striped tee from the pilot episode was hanging off the back of the chair on the mural.. I’m in tears

Beautiful. I love Will Smith. I was just in Philadelphia 3 weeks ago. This is a beautiful mural. Will looks like his mom too.🐯