Jada Pinkett Smith is an American actress, producer, and singer, born on September 18, 1971, in Baltimore, Maryland. She gained fame in the 1990s with her role in the television series A Different World and has since appeared in numerous films, including Set It Off and The Matrix series. Jada is also known for her work as a producer and her involvement in various philanthropic efforts. In addition to her acting career, Jada Pinkett Smith is the co-host of the popular talk show Red Table Talk, where she discusses personal and social issues with her family, including her daughter Willow Smith and mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris. She is married to actor Will Smith, and they have two children together, further contributing to their prominence in the entertainment industry.