Will Smith’s father passes away, ex-wife confirms

Actor Will Smith's father, Willard Carroll Smith, Jr., has passed away.

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Actor Will Smith’s father, Willard Carroll Smith, Jr., has passed away.

The news was shared by Smith’s ex-wife, Sheree Fletcher, who posted an old picture of Smith along with his father and his their son, Trey. Along with the post, Fletcher wrote, “We’re gonna miss you Daddio! You lived & played by your own rules…you truly were 1 of a kind!. You instilled discipline, and a work ethic that has created a legacy in your honor!”

Smith has not yet commented publicly on the loss.

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