Will Smith is the "Genie"

Will Smith's Passion for Acting Reignited by 'Aladdin'

Actor Will Smith has had a nearly two and a half year hiatus from the big screen and in a recent interview with Vanity Fair, he revealed that playing the part of the "Genie" in the new Disney live-action film Aladdin, has reignited his passion for acting.

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We all know and love Will Smith since his days on the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and even more since he has grown into the confident and brilliant actor we know him as today. He admitted to Vanity Fair that he almost passed on the role of the "Genie" and boy are we sure glad he didn't! Are you excited to check out the new Aladdin movie?! It hits theatres today! Check out the video above for the full story...