Hollywood icon Will Smith is set to grace the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) as a distinguished guest speaker. The Academy Award-winning actor, celebrated for his contributions to film, television, and music, will take the stage on November 14 at 8 PM, adding star power to the event’s impressive roster of global literary figures. The Sharjah Book Authority confirmed Smith’s participation on Friday, highlighting his inclusion in a lineup that features luminaries such as Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Italian physicist Carlo Rovelli, and Irish Booker Prize winner Paul Lynch. Smith, renowned for blockbuster films like ‘Men in Black,’ ‘Bad Boys,’ and ‘Independence Day,’ brings a unique perspective as a storyteller across multiple mediums. His appearance underscores SIBF’s mission to unite diverse voices and celebrate the transformative power of literature. Running from November 5 to 16 at Expo Centre Sharjah, the fair will also host the 15th Sharjah International Publishers Conference, featuring over 30 workshops on the future of publishing, networking opportunities, and discussions on AI, copyright, and market development. This year’s edition promises to be a landmark event, bridging cultures, languages, and generations through the universal language of storytelling.
UAE: Actor Will Smith to be guest speaker at Sharjah International Book Fair
