The Many Roles of Jada Pinkett Smith
How much do you know about the multi-talented star?
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Role #1: TV Star - Jada, who will forever be in fans' hearts as Lena James of A Different World, returns to TV with her new show Hawthorne. Tune in June 13, 6P/5C to see Jada on 106 & Park!
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Role #2: Rock Star - As the lead singer of the nu metal band "Wicked Wisdom" Jada transformed into "Jada Koren" and released three albums.
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Role #3: Movie Star - Starring with Keanu Reeves and Kate Moss in The Matrix sequels, Jada added to her filmography, which runs over 25 movies deep.
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Role #4: Activist - Jada was a vocal supporter of the Obama campaign and has hinted at wanting to play Michelle Obama in a film.
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Role #5: Mother - With her husband Will Smith, Jada has given birth to two children - Willow and Jaden.
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Role #6: Step-Mom - Willard Christopher "Trey" Smith III is Will's son from a previous relationship, but Jada treats him like her own.
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Role #7: Businesswoman - With Will, Jada famously made an investment in Carol's Daughter, a beauty product company.
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Role #8: Philantropist - Jada's charity foundation has made contributions to family focused charities, like YouthBuild and the Lupus Foundation of America.
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Role #9: Producer - Not satisfied with being just an actress, Jada has produced films and TV shows, like All of Us.
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Role #10: Author - Jada's children book, Girls Hold Up This World featured her daughter Willow on the cover.
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