Will Smith turns 44 today. Happy birthday man!

Over a long career, the rapper-turned-actor and husband of Jada Pinkett Smith has become one of the most successful and respected stars in Hollywood today.

While celebrities are just people who happen to be good at entertaining us but have flaws like everyone else, there's not a lot to dislike about the former Fresh Prince.

In honor of his 44th birthday, enjoy the photo gallery after the jump!