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Two-time Academy Award nominee Will Smith will appear at Cannes Lions this year
Cannes Lions have just announced that the Grammy Award winning recording artist, Will Smith will be talking to Jackie Cooper, Edelman’s Global Chair, Creative Strategy, in an exclusive session.
Will Smith, actor, musician, producer and philanthropist, is a rare creative talent whose career defies stereotypes; hard work, infectious charm and innate talent, are the earmarks of his global success. This two-time Academy Award nominee, and Grammy Award winning recording artist has enjoyed a record-breaking film, television, and multi-platinum recording career. He has received critical praise for his portrayal of iconic, true-life characters, and has headlined an extraordinary list of blockbusters.
At Cannes Lions this year, Jackie Cooper, Edelman’s Global Chair, Creative Strategy, will sit down with Will Smith to discuss his global minded approach to his career and how he combines creative fulfilment with an overall focus on impactful and purpose driven endeavours that go well beyond the world of entertainment.
He joins a whole host of stars and creative talents in this years event. The interview, 'The Pursuit of Impact', will be hosted on Tuesday 21st June at 11:00 in the Lumiere Theatre.
