AceShowbiz - Will Smith is set to take part in the One Philly: Unity Concert for America, a free event celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, AllHipHop reports. The concert will showcase a lineup of Pennsylvania artists and is designed as a large-scale, inclusive celebration of unity and democracy.

Rolling Stone adds that the event will feature hometown talents such as Christina Aguilera, Jazzy Jeff, the Roots, Jill Scott, Kathy Sledge, and State Property, alongside performers Seal and Infinity Song, who are not originally from West Philadelphia. Wanda Sykes, a Philadelphia-area resident, is slated to host the six-hour concert. Organizers including Questlove, Scott Mirkin, and Shawn Gee aim for One Philly to be the largest free concert in the country, with the City of Philadelphia and ESM Productions officially backing the event. Gates open at 3:00 p.m., with music starting at 5:00 p.m. and a fireworks finale above the Philadelphia Museum of Art at 11:45 p.m.

Will Smith is best known for his breakthrough role as William 'Will' Smith on the iconic TV series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and has built a prolific career as an actor with over 50 credits. His filmography includes major hits like Made in America, Bad Boys, Independence Day, and Men in Black. As a Philadelphia native, his involvement in this local celebration underscores his ongoing connection to the city.

The One Philly concert holds significance as a historic gathering of Philadelphia’s prominent music figures, representing both the city’s cultural soul and the spirit of the nation. The event’s nonpartisan focus on inclusion and democracy highlights its role as a meaningful tribute to America’s milestone birthday, while providing a platform for community and artistic expression on a global scale.

This article is based on reporting originally published by AllHipHop.