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Will Smith

Will Smith is an American actor, rapper, and producer who rose to fame as the Fresh Prince before starring in major films such as Men in Black, Ali, and King Richard, for which he won an Academy Award.

Website https://www.willsmith.com/

Updated Mar 13, 2026

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Public Statement

Aug 02, 2016

Not MAGA
8 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Criticizes Trump's Rhetoric on Women

During a press tour for Suicide Squad , Will Smith expressed outrage over Donald Trump's comments regarding women, stating, 'For a man to be able to publicly refer to a woman as a fat pig, that nearly brought me to tears.'

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Public Statement

Oct 20, 2021

Neutral
3 Weight Impact on the score.
80% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Expresses Nuance on 'Defund the Police'

In a 2021 interview, Smith expressed caution regarding the 'Defund the Police' slogan, calling it a 'difficult' and 'dangerous' term that might lose people, while still supporting the underlying need for reform.

Strongest Not MAGA

Public Statement

Aug 09, 2016

Not MAGA
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Will Smith Denounces Islamophobia in Trump's Campaign

While in Dubai, Will Smith spoke out against the 'Islamophobic' rhetoric used by Donald Trump, calling it 'embarrassing' for an American to hear such comments while traveling abroad.

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Public Statement

Oct 20, 2021

Neutral
3 Weight Impact on the score.
80% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Expresses Nuance on 'Defund the Police'

In a 2021 interview, Smith expressed caution regarding the 'Defund the Police' slogan, calling it a 'difficult' and 'dangerous' term that might lose people, while still supporting the underlying need for reform.

Notes: This shows a departure from more radical left-wing rhetoric, moving toward a more centrist or 'neutral' position on specific tactics.

Agent rationale

This provides balance, showing that while Smith is anti-MAGA, he does not necessarily align with the furthest-left elements of the anti-Trump coalition.

Sources

  1. GQ (Sep 27, 2021)

Public Statement

Aug 09, 2016

Not MAGA
7 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Denounces Islamophobia in Trump's Campaign

While in Dubai, Will Smith spoke out against the 'Islamophobic' rhetoric used by Donald Trump, calling it 'embarrassing' for an American to hear such comments while traveling abroad.

Notes: Smith emphasized the importance of diversity and inclusion in opposition to the proposed travel bans.

Agent rationale

Directly attacking a core MAGA policy pillar (the travel ban/border rhetoric) as 'embarrassing' aligns the entity against the movement.

Sources

  1. Billboard (Aug 09, 2016)

Public Statement

Aug 04, 2016

Not MAGA
4 Weight Impact on the score.
85% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Comments on 'Systemic Racism' in America

In various interviews, Smith has discussed the prevalence of systemic racism, stating that 'racism is not getting worse, it's getting filmed,' a stance often at odds with MAGA rhetoric regarding DEI and racial justice movements.

Notes: Smith has consistently supported the idea that institutional bias exists, contrary to many MAGA-aligned viewpoints.

Agent rationale

While not mentioning Trump by name here, the ideological alignment with social justice movements is a standard 'Anti-MAGA' signal in the current cultural landscape.

Sources

  1. NBC News (Aug 10, 2016)

Public Statement

Aug 03, 2016

Not MAGA
7 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Labels Trump's Support as 'Collective Insanity'

Will Smith described the political support for Donald Trump as 'collective insanity,' suggesting that the American public would eventually reject the 'chauvinist' and 'xenophobic' rhetoric associated with the campaign.

Notes: Statement made during an interview in London.

Agent rationale

Labeling the movement's base as experiencing 'insanity' is a significant ideological dismissal of the MAGA platform.

Sources

  1. PhillyVoice (Aug 03, 2016)

Public Statement

Aug 02, 2016

Not MAGA
8 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Criticizes Trump's Rhetoric on Women

During a press tour for Suicide Squad, Will Smith expressed outrage over Donald Trump's comments regarding women, stating, 'For a man to be able to publicly refer to a woman as a fat pig, that nearly brought me to tears.'

Notes: Smith specifically referenced Trump's history of derogatory remarks during the 2016 campaign.

Agent rationale

This is a direct, high-profile critique of the MAGA movement's leader, indicating strong personal opposition to his character and rhetoric.

Sources

  1. TIME (Aug 02, 2016)

Public Statement

Dec 14, 2015

Not MAGA
6 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Will Smith Suggests Trump's Views Might Force Him Into Politics

In late 2015, Will Smith stated that Donald Trump's 'crazy' views, particularly regarding Muslims and 'walls,' were so 'incensed' that they might force him to enter the political arena to provide a different voice.

Notes: Smith mentioned he couldn't sleep due to the political climate created by Trump's early campaign promises.

Agent rationale

This shows a reactive opposition where the entity views the MAGA platform as a threat requiring a personal counter-response.

Sources

  1. The Hollywood Reporter (Dec 14, 2015)

Donations

Dec 11, 2009

Not MAGA
5 Weight Impact on the score.
98% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Historical Support for Barack Obama

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith were significant donors and supporters of Barack Obama, hosting fundraisers and contributing to his campaigns, establishing a long-term alignment with the Democratic establishment.

Notes: Though pre-dating the MAGA era, this establishes the foundational political leanings of the entity.

Agent rationale

Strong ties to the Obama administration are a primary indicator of opposition to the MAGA movement, which defined itself largely in opposition to Obama's legacy.

Sources

  1. Reuters (Dec 11, 2009)