The Funny Way Will Smith Trolled Bad Boys Co-Star Martin Lawrence On His Birthday

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Over the summer, enthusiasts of “Bad Boys” marked the 30th anniversary production of the first film in the series, a milestone that can be attributed largely to Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The longevity of the series is largely due to these two, as their on-screen chemistry has been the secret sauce that’s won over countless viewers across the four movies. It’s no surprise to discover that off-screen, they are real-life friends.

In today’s Instagram post, Smith humorously acknowledges Lawrence’s 60th birthday by sharing a backstage photo and making fun of his friend’s age milestone. Take a look at it below.

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In comparison to his Bad Boys co-star Martin Lawrence, Will Smith is actually the younger one. However, considering they are not far apart in age, this situation invites some thought-provoking reflections about ‘people in glass houses’. It’s worth noting that Will Smith hasn’t reached the milestone of 60 years old yet, but he will turn 57 in December. Quite interestingly, he will be entering his sixth decade of life in the same year as the planned release of Sam Mendes’ four-part Beatles saga.

Regarding the source of the picture Will Smith shared, some people in the comments speculate that Martin Lawrence’s costume, featuring robes and a long beard, might be from an unused scene in the movie “Bad Boys: Ride Or Die.” However, I haven’t been able to verify this claim myself.

The journey of the stars from the “Bad Boys” franchise started when Martin Lawrence initially agreed to star in the action movie. He found himself tasked with convincing Will Smith to join the project before he even got a chance to read the script. At that time, Smith was deeply immersed in his successful TV show “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Initially hesitant due to uncertainty, Smith’s faith in Lawrence’s abilities ultimately overshadowed his reservations. The movie became a massive box office success, spawning three sequels and propelling Michael Bay into prominence as a feature film director. It also marked the transition of Will Smith into a major player on the big screen, paving the way for future hits like “Independence Day” and “Men In Black.

Regarding the possibility of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reprising their roles as detectives in a fifth “Bad Boys” movie, an official announcement has yet to be made. However, given the actors’ previous statements about having one more film together, and considering the strong box office performance of both “Bad Boys for Life” (2020) and “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” (2021), which collectively earned over $400 million, it seems likely that we might hear news about it soon. After all, time is not on their side!

It’s worth noting that Will Smith and Martin Lawrence always seem to enjoy themselves immensely whenever they collaborate on projects.

As a die-hard fan of the Bad Boys franchise, here’s my guide on how to catch up on all your favorite action:

While we impatiently await news about more Bad Boys films, let’s not miss a beat! Here’s where you can stream the Bad Boys movies in the meantime:

– Sign up for Peacock to enjoy both Bad Boys and Bad Boys 2.
– If you’re already hooked on Hulu, don’t forget that Bad Boys For Life is also available there.
– And to top it off, subscribe to Netflix to catch Bad Boys: Ride Or Die!

So, grab some popcorn, and let’s keep the Bad Boys spirit alive while we eagerly await more adventures from these dynamic duo!

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2025-04-17 16:37