Legendary actor Will Smith is known for his roles in blockbuster films, but according to filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld, there’s another side to the actor that fans may not know—his powerful farts.
During a recent appearance on Kelly Ripa’s podcast Let’s Talk Off Camera, Sonnenfeld humorously recalled a memorable moment while filming Men in Black in 1997. The director described an incident on set where Smith’s flatulence disrupted production for hours.
Sonnenfeld explained that while filming a scene inside the film’s hypercar, Smith and co-star Tommy Lee Jones were hermetically sealed in the vehicle.
Just as filming was about to start, Smith apologized, saying, “Oh, Jesus. So sorry. Tommy, so sorry. Baz, get the ladder!” The situation quickly escalated when Jones, ever the professional, calmly reassured Smith, while the crew rushed to open the car.
When the crew arrived, they discovered that Smith had let out a particularly potent fart, forcing them to clear the area for almost three hours.
Despite the disruption, Sonnenfeld holds no grudges and reflected fondly on the experience, stating, “Will Smith is a farter…and you really don’t wanna be inside a very small, sealed space with a Will Smith fart.”
Sonnenfeld added, “He’s a lovely guy, just… he farts.”
While the anecdote may add a humorous layer to Smith’s legacy, it highlights the camaraderie and light-hearted moments that happen behind the scenes of even the biggest Hollywood productions.