You could actually see the fear in his eyes when the doctor was leading up to what they found. He tried to joke and play it off but you could see it. I’m just glad he posted this cause he just raised awareness for so many people out there!❤️❤️❤️
ABSOLUTELY! So many people don't do it because they don't like doctors. His life was just saved. Now he has to learn how to eat to avoid any further problems.
1 minute in and my anxiety over my first colonoscopy tomorrow morning is gone! Thank you so much for using humour, being brave and vulnerable enough to share your journey with us!😊 So much education on health is done in a dry and clinical way, but you, your doctors, nurses and entire medical staff found a way to bring levity to a serious topic. ✌
@@deirdremorris9234 the prep sucked but the proceedure went great! They ended up giving me double the amount of Propofol as I take daily CBD for chronic pain, so I was pretty out of it even in to the next day. I pretty much slept all day😂Thanks for asking
Will, my doctor has been on me to get a colonoscopy for months, and I was avoiding it. Today, I made my appointment. Now let's pray for the best. Thanks for sharing your journey and encouraging people like me to do the right thing.
@@monicasmm Just had my colonoscopy yesterday. It went great. The worst part was getting sedation. Otherwise, they made me feel comfortable. Nothing to fear. They said I don't need another one until 10 years, but I'll go back in 5.
This is definitely an eye 👁 opener! I’ve been following Will smith all my life I’m 39 now and this procedure is something that all African American men like myself need to have planned to do! Thanks Will for sharing this video of your procedure I wish you nothing but the best and stay strong my brother ✊🏾
I have a very weak digestive system and i fear that one day a doc's gonna send me for a colonoscopy. But honestly this vid is helping with the anxious feelings around that possibility. Everyone's saying he doesn't know how youtube works but honestly he doesn't need to because this is so much better than the generic yt content.
Júlia Kercsmár If it helps, my dad got a colonoscopy for IBS, they said he was fine (bar the IBS) and he said the worst part was the prepping with not eating and the flushing. The procedure on him was done while he was asleep (don’t know if they can also do it whilst you’re awake), when he came to and woke up properly he was gassy and felt some soreness, but it was really irrelevant. The worst part was the prep and getting your mind over the fact it’s a camera in your anus.
My 14 year old daughter with Crohn’s Disease just had her second colonoscopy this past week. Thank you for vlogging this because I think it’ll be nice for her to see someone like you going through the same things she just went through.
Cut the carbs, sugars, wheat, grains, dairy, and processed food, go paleo, keto, do green juice fast with cabbage, research for urself. Let ur food be ur medicine and ur medicine ur food.
Amanda Trumble-Maldonado Having that disease is way harder to live in life. Hope your 14 or 15 yr old daughter is doing great maybe you can cut the carbs, sugar, grains, wheat and your 14/15 yr old daughter would be fine. I THINK and hope your daughter got rid away of the disease.
During the whole video I had the biggest respect to Will for showing us his colonoscopy. It's a procedure few people want to do and even less wants to talk about, especially guys, especially black guys. So to see Will Smith doing it is very very impactful, so I really bow to you for that. But then at the end it reveals that they even found a polyp!! So it went from "Wow, Will is such an amazing person who actually shows this procedure for us" to "Woooow.... it was really good that they did that then... this procedure really is necessary.....". thank you so much, Will! ❤
I can’t even lie my heart dropped when I heard that you had a pre cancerous pollop, glad you made that decision on getting a colonoscopy, I wish you the best and pray for the best mr. smith. Much love
Will! Thank you so much for using humor and being brave and vulnerable enough to share your journey with us!😊 I am nervous, but I am starting prep tomorrow.
This is perhaps one of the most important productions you've ever done. As a 60-year-old Black man, I realize the importance of having this procedure (I've had two done in the past). Your good name and this platform will reach so many people... and you just might have saved more lives than you will ever be aware of. Everyone - please take your health seriously, and be proactive. Will - thank you SO very much for this.
Such an important message Will...as a Health Care Professional, I know that you sharing this experience WILL help to influence others to get this done....
@@hotepkennels Medical insurance might not cover it at that age unless you have other medical conditions that require it. You might want to check with your insurance first unless money is no object. I had to get one at 28 and every few years due to a medical condition. It is slightly annoying in the short term, but who knows maybe it could save my life even before 50 due to finding something unrelated to my current condition.
Will is blessed with many gifts and chooses to give back and inspire. Much respect to the man for doing this as a public service to improve the lives of those that follow his lead and get screened. Just do it!
I am so in love with the fact that he exposed himself to show us the importance of this procedure. I admire Will because he uses and really explores well the plataform he has built in his carrier as a succsseful Hollywood star to show us life must be lived to its fullest wisely. God bless you Will and your beautiful family.
Will is so transparent. You have to love a celebrity who interacts with his fans on a consistent basis. This video is necessary for a lot of black men who refuse to go to the doctor it's necessary. Thank you Will 💘💘💘
Ikageng Mmeti HE IS NOT A HUMAN HE IS A SUPER POWER MAN 😳😳😳 I used to hate him because of the PROPAGANDA I’ve been fooled with. AND IM STILL APOLOGISING TO HIM AND HIS WIFE🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️ I don’t watch tv nomore and I watch what I feed my brain too.
You’re the man will, I’ve always been inspired by your ability to do and say the things people are so scared to ever think about! Very good role model to show people have to normalize the things society puts so much BS on
I love will, hometown homie etc. But not only him but I just fill their private lives are off limits. Through your PR person you can just say that you are OK after a hospitalization etc, but to be VLOGING is TMI. Same goes for Kevin Heart. Just get healthy and we will see you when you up to par. It's not the public business. I'm sorry, not with this whole new generation of social media and your whole life on the internet etc. Out of respect and dignity for the man, I wish him a safe recovery and hope to see him back in the mix soon. Not with this millennial agenda tactics.
I just came across this video. I am having one at the end of Aug 2024. Thank you for putting this out there. It makes me feel a less scared. I love the fact you were still joking around during a serious situation. Thank you Will for being you. 💕❤️💕
Don't worry about it. I'm had one 3 weeks ago. I'm in the UK and you don't get anesthetic. You do have the option of being sedated but I chose not to. I just used Gas and Air, Entonox. It meant that I wasn't restricted by what I could do for the rest of the day. I was driving later that day as I felt fine. Some people even drive themselves to the appointment.
God bless Will Smith. I just got my procedure done. They fond 3 polyb's and removed them. Early detection is important. Black man step up. It could save your life. Real talk. 1
So glad I found this, getting my first colonoscopy in 2 weeks at age 41. I feel much more prepared mentally now, I'm a bit worried I won't do the prep right but knowing it'll still be ok as long as it's mostly good, I feel more confident about it.
Bruh this made me ask my pops has he had on & thought I was talkn bout a prostrate exam 🤦🏿♂️ he also turned 60 this year n has never had one I was nigga u trippn. Appreciate for doin this vid Will
Find someone that will speak to him that had to get a colon resection surgery and it saved their life because they had the colonoscopy early enough. Guys cave with degree of impact not by degree of nagging.
It should be said that this is not how a normal colonoscopy is performed. If you're an average, healthy person, you're not going to be under anesthesia, and you don't get any drugs at all (this was my experience, at least). They give you a pair of shorts with an opening in the back and tell you to lay on your side. The funny thing is, having a colonoscopy about three years ago is actually a fond memory of mine because I got to see my insides in super-HD; parts of me that had never seen light before, while the doctor explained what we were seeing on the screen which had the live camera feed and a 3D representation of how the camera chord was forming within my body. Aside from about five seconds of slight discomfort as he was adjusting the chord, I felt no pain at all. All was well, and I have zero fear of the next inevitable check-up. I'm now realizing that I am replying to the wrong comment, and I have no idea who I was trying to reply to :P ..but there it is. If you think something might be wrong or you just want to make sure you're healthy, get checked. It's not a big deal at all.
As a nurse, Im happy seeing this video bcs it spreads awareness to take care of our health.A compliant patient is the best give to all medical providers! Health screening is important guys!
I’m positive for a gene that makes me much more susceptible to cancers of the colon and rectum, I’ve put off getting a colonoscopy for 5 years and as I sit here prepping for my first tomorrow, hungry as can be, the fear was setting in, but you’ve made this easier Will, thank you
I totally get what your saying an if more celebrities did stuff like this the world would be so positive but thats far from the case an were talking about will smith MR. RATED PG so im not surprised... Im not asking u im telling u to have a great day...followed by a amazing life.
Will so glad you had this done as suggested by your Dr. at the age of 50. Glad of the outcome and you sharing with others. The same thing happened to me at the age of 43 due to them checking on another health issue. So we never know when this can happen. Joined today this is my third video I’m loving it. Thank you for your fear one of the ocean that was phenomenal and encouraging.
I’m 24 years old and I’m having this procedure tomorrow. I’m going through the “prep” phase now and I was nervous about it, so I decided to type “colonoscopy” into TH-cam to try and learn a little more about what’s happening. I had no idea I’d find Will Smith going through this same sorta thing. I just wanna say thank you for helping me learn more about my procedure and I’m glad your result was an overall good one! I hope my results are good as well
Turns out I’m in the same boat as Will. I had a precancerous polyp and have to get checked every 3 years now. Glad I didn’t let it get any worse. Anybody out there who is afraid of the doctors, I understand but but put your fears aside because you could be prolonging your life so you can be around your loved ones.
The vibes when his doctor said he has a polyp in him. Will’s mood changed. He looked worried yet I know he is thankful that they discovered it right away. Whatever happens to Will affects everyone because he is such a great influence to the society.
I met him at universal doing a tour of the back lot and he’s such a genuine nice funny guy! Glad to see him keep his health in check! We want you here for quite a while more ❤️
Mine is tomorrow and I am scared !! I am alone due to COVID - I just want to be back smiling like you. Glad they did it on you. My fingers crossed for my results.
As someone with ulcerative colitis (a chronic colon disease), I REALLY appreciate you normalizing this!!!!! I’m 17 and I’ve had seven colonoscopies. Thank you so much!!!!💗
@@glennauyoung7200 I’m 17 and have Crohn’s disease and GERD and have had eight colonoscopies and three gastroscopies. Why would you assume she was lying?
@@choccymilkconnoisseur2775 I have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease couple of months ago and now I’m getting my first colonoscopy very soon just to make sure everything is good. But I’m scared. Is a colonoscopy scary?
It takes patience and energy to compose yourself after doing such medical exam. And Will even managed to give a fan a selfie session. I would've yelled "Not today!!!" Bravo, Will! 💪🙏💕
Will Smith continues to amaze me. This was one of the best usage of social media I've seen in a long time. We know that much to often African American men do not go to have this procedure done and it has costs many of them their lives. Thank you Will for letting us see the non-event this procedure is. Although it is a serious matter, you showed that we don't have to be so serious when going through it. But, it seriously needs to be done. I've had the procedure myself and it was some of the best sleep I've ever had! Lol. You're a good man Wll Smith. I've always had much respect for you and it has only increased. Take care and be well.
I've always looked up to you man ever since I was a kid. I still do to this day. I never expected you to be perfect, but I know you're a good person. Thanks for sharing this experience. I'm not 50 yet, I'm 32 ; due to some issues , I'm getting my first one done in a couple of days. Watching this makes me feel less anxious.
It’s August 19th, 2020 as I sit here watching this video, in my bathroom, in the throws of a colonoscopy prep. As I attempt to distract myself from the carnage, I wanted to thank you Will. Sharing your story is both informative and entertaining. I pray my experience tomorrow will be as positive as yours was.
@@monkeywkeys3916 the prep is preparing your bowels for the colonoscopy. In order for your doctor to be able to see the insides of your colon, you have to clear out all of the stool by consuming a variety of laxatives and “bowel prep”. Each physician has their preferred cocktail of vile nectar. It is a most unpleasant experience, at least it was for me. But necessary in order for the actual colonoscopy to be successful.
Great Job for Sharing your video. I had my second one done in February of 2022 everything was Okay. Again you are indeed one Great person for doing what you did and letting the world know that we all need this done in your life. Thanks Will Smith.
3 months late but yes. I had to pause the video just to check the comments. "Smile, SMILE, guy!" Rudest person I've ever seen next to Will seriously. I'm both glad and not glad he took a picture anyway. Glad, because there would have been such a fuss about him being mean about it. Or "above" his fans. And NOT glad, because he didn't stand up for himself when he didn't feel well. If I were a fan, at a hospital, in an elevator with Will Smith, I would probably ask him if he's alright. Especially seeing as he had a bandage too.... /rant over.
fame comes with baggage. if you don't want the baggage then don't be famous. will smith handled this situation with reason and class. one of my favorite actors
But then again who wouldn't do it if they bumped into Will Smith?! I known I for sure would! The guy is amazing, he is one of the few FAMOUS for a real and worth reason to always go about with a huge smile!
That was a wise decision Will, and courageous to put it out there on TH-cam, I’m sure that it will help to inspire others to do the sensible thing and get themselves checked out, which in turn will help to save lives 👍🏽🙏🏼. Respect to the Fresh Prince.
Bravo to you for confronting the fear and stigma of colonoscopies!! I'm turning 50 this year and been having them since age 35. I've also been having polyps and getting them removed and biopsied since 35. Now that I'm also having them every two years instead of ten, then five, then three, I feel that moment of getting real. I'm proud of and for you and all others who face the fear and get it done!! 💪💪👏
Really good to know all you can about your health even though it does scare some people. Get as many tests and evaluations as you can. Live long and prosper. Also. Polyps are not generally cancerous. They are not supposed to be present though so it is nice to have them snipped out.
Thank you for the encouragement Will! Had my colonoscopy today as a 25 year old and they found 1 polyp and hemorrhoids. Always get checked to make sure
im 32 and going for one now after my visit with my gi friday ima need both colonoscopy and endoscopy hope it goes all well and they dont find anything serious polyp hemorroids and fissures is all i wanna hear lol
Sir sir I have my gun to long time ago and it's nothing okay they found something doctor did but he got all taken care of so I'm fine as first thing I did ask Lee County Parks and they got rid of it so you let me find your temper we love you well will try to get my bird to go now so this is your fan 😍😍😍 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🍭🍭🍭🍭
I just turned 45 & I gotta go through this mess. I have talked with a lot friends, co workers, & men of other race to get there perspective on this touchy subject we don't talk about as men in general when we get older. They all said gotta go through it or else you know the worse that can happen. As a Black American Male we gotta look into maintaining our health or we keep dropping off.
I have so much respect for you for filming this, this is going to have a huge impact and make people think. I am so glad they were able to remove the cells ❤️
Headed to my 3rd (65 yoa) tomorrow at 12:30 PM. Great you stepped up not only to get this done but to vlog it. You are the man and it will inspire other young men to step up as well. Texas out…Peace! 👊🏻🤙🏻❤️
I just turned 50 and although there is some anxiety that goes with this procedure I’m very happy I did it, I’m blessed that nothing was found and I was told to not return for another ten years. I’ll be honest it was completely painless and it’s over before you know it, I encourage all men to take the best care of themselves because we only get one shot at life...AMEN...AMEN...AMEN
@@monkeywkeys3916 it went well. Just keep in mind that the prep is so, SO much worse than the procedure. Make sure the day before prep, have a low residue diet. Like broth, cola, juice, anything that you can see through. During the prep drink lots of water to keep hydrated. If they tell you to use peg-lyte for the prep, get Pico Salax instead. With that one you don't have to drink 4 gallons of prep, just two glasses and juice and water after that. They will most likely give you a cocktail of drugs to keep you comfy during the procedure. I can't do that anymore since they have to give me double just for me to be relaxed. Since then, in the future and the last scope, they put me totally under.
@@Gaetano.94 you’re right about the prep. That’s the worse part. Drinking that stuff that cleans out the colon. I remember the day before my procedure my cut off time for eating solid foods was 2pm. So the rest of the evening, night, and early next morning nothing but clear liquids I drank. Water, ginger ale... After the procedure the next day i made up for the eating I missed. From pancakes to burgers...
Will was so transparent and so real about this area of health-care. I'm at the age now where I really ought to have procedures like this one done and have been afraid. This video really helped me to see there's nothing to be scared of except NOT having it done and having potentially devastating consequences. So, I'm gonna go for it. Much thanks!
I swear Will Smith ages so gracefully. Like how are you still as handsome now, if not more, than you were on the Fresh Prince?! Hella excited for your new movie Bad Boys For Life!
"HEALTH IS OUR GREATEST WEALTH!" Taking that sentence to heart is life shifting. Thank you for sharing.
You could actually see the fear in his eyes when the doctor was leading up to what they found. He tried to joke and play it off but you could see it. I’m just glad he posted this cause he just raised awareness for so many people out there!❤️❤️❤️
ABSOLUTELY! So many people don't do it because they don't like doctors. His life was just saved. Now he has to learn how to eat to avoid any further problems.
I would be shitting my pants...celebrity or not death doesnt care. ..🥺
An actor turned 50 years old. This is what happened to his colon.
thanks for getting the word out about the screening! 🙌
You know, i always wanted to know what happened to his colon
Ayyyy!
Woah it's so surreal to see you comment, I'm a huge fan of your channel!
Chubby yeaaaa
Chubbyemu your videos make me scared of everyday life
1 minute in and my anxiety over my first colonoscopy tomorrow morning is gone! Thank you so much for using humour, being brave and vulnerable enough to share your journey with us!😊 So much education on health is done in a dry and clinical way, but you, your doctors, nurses and entire medical staff found a way to bring levity to a serious topic. ✌
How did things go for you?
@@deirdremorris9234 the prep sucked but the proceedure went great! They ended up giving me double the amount of Propofol as I take daily CBD for chronic pain, so I was pretty out of it even in to the next day. I pretty much slept all day😂Thanks for asking
@@tzipporah7635 I've got one on Tuesday start my prep tomorrow and currently on a low fibre diet 😩 I just want Tuesday over with
Same I go in tomorrow
How old are you and what was your symptoms
Will, my doctor has been on me to get a colonoscopy for months, and I was avoiding it. Today, I made my appointment. Now let's pray for the best. Thanks for sharing your journey and encouraging people like me to do the right thing.
What's the price for the colonoscopy
Vale For I think most insurances will cover one every once in a while
Hope everything went well!
@@monicasmm Just had my colonoscopy yesterday. It went great. The worst part was getting sedation. Otherwise, they made me feel comfortable. Nothing to fear. They said I don't need another one until 10 years, but I'll go back in 5.
@@wifey231 good to hear! glad you made the step to make sure everything was all good :)
"Health is our greatest wealth"
Said as Absolute truth !!
Well I have a death wish so..
My mother used to say that...
NOT ONLY A GREAT ACTOR, HE'S A GREAT PERSON WHO CARES ABOUT LIFE...
THANK YOU, WILL...
This is definitely an eye 👁 opener! I’ve been following Will smith all my life I’m 39 now and this procedure is something that all African American men like myself need to have planned to do! Thanks Will for sharing this video of your procedure I wish you nothing but the best and stay strong my brother ✊🏾
My dad told me the other day that he going in for this procedure soon and that he is scared...I just sent him this video...💜
Awwhh, good luck to your dad haha!
Good daughter 😍😍😍
I wish him health!
Maybe your Dad and Will can exchange colon pictures! 😂😂
same 🥺🥺
I love what he’s doing here, raising awareness! This could save SO many lives. Well done Will
Exactly, it's needed to raise awareness and make people act EARLY
I have a very weak digestive system and i fear that one day a doc's gonna send me for a colonoscopy. But honestly this vid is helping with the anxious feelings around that possibility. Everyone's saying he doesn't know how youtube works but honestly he doesn't need to because this is so much better than the generic yt content.
i thought the same g'damn thing. yo, will, keep doing what you do, it helps millions!!
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Júlia Kercsmár If it helps, my dad got a colonoscopy for IBS, they said he was fine (bar the IBS) and he said the worst part was the prepping with not eating and the flushing. The procedure on him was done while he was asleep (don’t know if they can also do it whilst you’re awake), when he came to and woke up properly he was gassy and felt some soreness, but it was really irrelevant. The worst part was the prep and getting your mind over the fact it’s a camera in your anus.
My 14 year old daughter with Crohn’s Disease just had her second colonoscopy this past week. Thank you for vlogging this because I think it’ll be nice for her to see someone like you going through the same things she just went through.
Life as a Crohnie isn't always an easy one so don't let it get her down. Tell her to keep her head up and keep doing the things she loves!
Hope your daughter's doing good!
My mum has crohns disease
Cut the carbs, sugars, wheat, grains, dairy, and processed food, go paleo, keto, do green juice fast with cabbage, research for urself. Let ur food be ur medicine and ur medicine ur food.
Amanda Trumble-Maldonado Having that disease is way harder to live in life. Hope your 14 or 15 yr old daughter is doing great maybe you can cut the carbs, sugar, grains, wheat and your 14/15 yr old daughter would be fine. I THINK and hope your daughter got rid away of the disease.
During the whole video I had the biggest respect to Will for showing us his colonoscopy. It's a procedure few people want to do and even less wants to talk about, especially guys, especially black guys. So to see Will Smith doing it is very very impactful, so I really bow to you for that.
But then at the end it reveals that they even found a polyp!!
So it went from "Wow, Will is such an amazing person who actually shows this procedure for us" to "Woooow.... it was really good that they did that then... this procedure really is necessary.....".
thank you so much, Will! ❤
He had a pre cancerous polyp😳 that’s so scary. I’m glad you’re okay Mr. Will Smith.
@@snirks8635 watch the video genius
@@snirks8635 his doctor tells him about it after 12:00
Natas Nico holy crap.
A did it alone and was 32 kkk they wake and say you can go home kkkk
Me too
I can’t even lie my heart dropped when I heard that you had a pre cancerous pollop, glad you made that decision on getting a colonoscopy, I wish you the best and pray for the best mr. smith. Much love
A very good example 😄
*Polyp
I’m Glad he’s posting this. So he can inspire men to do it too.
@@joaquin1.036 hola caca
Malia Scott I had my first one done at 25!
Malia Scott men and women!
As well as prostate exam's, saved my husband at 40.
Men get prostate exams . Women &Men both get Colonoscopies.
Will! Thank you so much for using humor and being brave and vulnerable enough to share your journey with us!😊 I am nervous, but I am starting prep tomorrow.
2018: will smith looks into telescope
2019: telescope looks into will smith
Yo dude that's a meme, who do you credit?
That’s hot
🤣🤣
Marc Scott 😏
wHO dO yOU crEdIT?
-some person on twitter
This is perhaps one of the most important productions you've ever done. As a 60-year-old Black man, I realize the importance of having this procedure (I've had two done in the past). Your good name and this platform will reach so many people... and you just might have saved more lives than you will ever be aware of.
Everyone - please take your health seriously, and be proactive.
Will - thank you SO very much for this.
sactiger Amen🙏🏽
Such an important message Will...as a Health Care Professional, I know that you sharing this experience WILL help to influence others to get this done....
I agree. Preventive screenings are very important.
That's an absolute fact bcuz I'm ret ta go get mine after seeing this
@@tinasebastian3798 Me, too... and I'm only 37.
@@hotepkennels Medical insurance might not cover it at that age unless you have other medical conditions that require it. You might want to check with your insurance first unless money is no object. I had to get one at 28 and every few years due to a medical condition. It is slightly annoying in the short term, but who knows maybe it could save my life even before 50 due to finding something unrelated to my current condition.
@@tim.e.l I'm a veteran... so it shouldn't be an issue. 🤷🏾♂️
Will is blessed with many gifts and chooses to give back and inspire. Much respect to the man for doing this as a public service to improve the lives of those that follow his lead and get screened. Just do it!
I am so in love with the fact that he exposed himself to show us the importance of this procedure. I admire Will because he uses and really explores well the plataform he has built in his carrier as a succsseful Hollywood star to show us life must be lived to its fullest wisely. God bless you Will and your beautiful family.
Geisa Lima G life that must be led wisely when you have money to pay for living healthy. Lol
This just solidified that he’s truly 50 omg 😩 and omg that’s scary, but I’m glad he’s going to be okay.
He's only 50, not 80. He'll be ight!
Daé J He’s actually 51. This video was probably recorded last year when he turned 50
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I had this operation when I was twelve,so it really doesn't matter what your age is
You KSI's brother?
Will is so transparent. You have to love a celebrity who interacts with his fans on a consistent basis. This video is necessary for a lot of black men who refuse to go to the doctor it's necessary. Thank you Will 💘💘💘
Why black? Stop bringing race into everything
It’s statistically true
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Actually, THE DOCTOR herself referred to black males being high risk.
Honestly, What does black have to do with it? Higher risk?
The hardest part about this is waiting for the results and conversation that could be life changing.
Message received loud and clear, time for me to see a doc and get in also. I want to be able to see my kidos get married some day. Much love. ❤️
Yes please do.
Don Holmes same here! I keep ignoring symptoms, no more.
Will Smith is one of the coolest human beings ever.
Gonzales will smith is one of the coolest human beings ever😹😹😹😹😹
So true
Ikageng Mmeti HE IS NOT A HUMAN HE IS A SUPER POWER MAN 😳😳😳 I used to hate him because of the PROPAGANDA I’ve been fooled with. AND IM STILL APOLOGISING TO HIM AND HIS WIFE🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️ I don’t watch tv nomore and I watch what I feed my brain too.
He's a alien 😎
@@nefertitikingdom6200
I like that in you...
Not trying to be funny but that would look on a t-shirt....
GOD BLESS U AN YOUR...
You put this on TH-cam you don't know how many mens life you going to change great job may God continue too blessed you and your family
You’re the man will, I’ve always been inspired by your ability to do and say the things people are so scared to ever think about! Very good role model to show people have to normalize the things society puts so much BS on
Love your doctor. She has the most comforting Voice.
MsNandi Marie check me out! Im a violinist
Agree, she is so pretty.
This dude could literally do anything and I would watch 😂
Family Freedom me too 😂 I’m so happy Will is opening up to the social world
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I love will, hometown homie etc. But not only him but I just fill
their private lives are off limits. Through your PR person you can
just say that you are OK after a hospitalization etc, but to be
VLOGING is TMI. Same goes for Kevin Heart. Just get healthy
and we will see you when you up to par. It's not the public
business. I'm sorry, not with this whole new generation
of social media and your whole life on the internet etc. Out
of respect and dignity for the man, I wish him a safe recovery
and hope to see him back in the mix soon. Not with this
millennial agenda tactics.
He needs to be on hot ones
well he will do literally anything for attention so
Thank you for showing this Will. If my dad did the same he’d still be here 💔
Mine too 😢😢
😔❤️
I’m so sorry
I'm so sorry about your dad ❤
I just came across this video. I am having one at the end of Aug 2024. Thank you for putting this out there. It makes me feel a less scared. I love the fact you were still joking around during a serious situation. Thank you Will for being you. 💕❤️💕
Don't worry about it. I'm had one 3 weeks ago. I'm in the UK and you don't get anesthetic. You do have the option of being sedated but I chose not to. I just used Gas and Air, Entonox. It meant that I wasn't restricted by what I could do for the rest of the day. I was driving later that day as I felt fine. Some people even drive themselves to the appointment.
I love that he is so honest about everything, i really feel like he is a great guy.
Bad boys for life.
Who cannot be honest if it brings them money while being honest.
@@LionHeart_. Trump, epstein?
@@henkteel642 if trump was honest, he would end up under the bridge.
@@kaimojepaslt 🤣😂
@@kaimojepaslt true story
God bless Will Smith. I just got my procedure done. They fond 3 polyb's and removed them. Early detection is important. Black man step up. It could save your life. Real talk. 1
"Health is our greatest wealth."
~ Big Will 2019
I wish I was taught that more when I was younger cause it’s so true
So glad I found this, getting my first colonoscopy in 2 weeks at age 41. I feel much more prepared mentally now, I'm a bit worried I won't do the prep right but knowing it'll still be ok as long as it's mostly good, I feel more confident about it.
My husband just turned 60 in Aug. He still hasn’t had his first colonoscopy. I yell at him every year. Thank you Will.
Im 29 and had 2 of them by now
Show at your husband this video migy he go soon after see will smith
@@Kamala_b ...........I see what you did there...
Bruh this made me ask my pops has he had on & thought I was talkn bout a prostrate exam 🤦🏿♂️ he also turned 60 this year n has never had one I was nigga u trippn. Appreciate for doin this vid Will
Find someone that will speak to him that had to get a colon resection surgery and it saved their life because they had the colonoscopy early enough. Guys cave with degree of impact not by degree of nagging.
this is a good reminder for Men that they need to take care of their physical health. Thanks Will Smith for making this Vlog
☑️☑️💯💯
This dude operates on higher vibration levels.
Love his spirit.
Absolutely...his energy just emanates. Even through a phone screen. Beautiful soul
Prayers Mr. Smith! We need you here on earth above ground rocking n rapping!
Such a genuine person honestly. He's just a normal fun guy under all the fame and fortune.
faultyJACK Yes I love him so much🤦♀️
It should be said that this is not how a normal colonoscopy is performed. If you're an average, healthy person, you're not going to be under anesthesia, and you don't get any drugs at all (this was my experience, at least). They give you a pair of shorts with an opening in the back and tell you to lay on your side. The funny thing is, having a colonoscopy about three years ago is actually a fond memory of mine because I got to see my insides in super-HD; parts of me that had never seen light before, while the doctor explained what we were seeing on the screen which had the live camera feed and a 3D representation of how the camera chord was forming within my body.
Aside from about five seconds of slight discomfort as he was adjusting the chord, I felt no pain at all. All was well, and I have zero fear of the next inevitable check-up.
I'm now realizing that I am replying to the wrong comment, and I have no idea who I was trying to reply to :P ..but there it is. If you think something might be wrong or you just want to make sure you're healthy, get checked. It's not a big deal at all.
@@TheRailwaystationist you can reply to mine I said the same of my endoscopy and colonoscopy
Brave public service announcement. He didn't have to do this. Great human being.
As a nurse, Im happy seeing this video bcs it spreads awareness to take care of our health.A compliant patient is the best give to all medical providers! Health screening is important guys!
Some times noncompliance is needed in a healthcare setting, especially when a patient's human dignity is in jeopardy.
@@a.banterings5595 how does that violate your human dignity?
I’m positive for a gene that makes me much more susceptible to cancers of the colon and rectum, I’ve put off getting a colonoscopy for 5 years and as I sit here prepping for my first tomorrow, hungry as can be, the fear was setting in, but you’ve made this easier Will, thank you
update on how it went?
@@SoSquadOfficial it went much better than I thought! Mind over matter
loses the audio for a clip, then turns it into a silent film, more youtubers should adopt this fix it fast method cause it's great lol.
Yea it was soo funny too
I loved it
He is a great producer !!
I appreciate that you’re using your platform for a very important message. Solid work, Will!
I totally get what your saying an if more celebrities did stuff like this the world would be so positive but thats far from the case an were talking about will smith MR. RATED PG so im not surprised...
Im not asking u im telling u to have a great day...followed by a amazing life.
Had this procedure. Not painful. Just letting you know it's important to have this done. Thank you. Will Smith.
Coming from a katie ask ken if its so bad
But did u like it tho
@@wkeon I would imagine gay people would actually like it 😂
Katie Evans And you are sleep.
Yes I was alseep, didn't like going to bathroom a lot to get cleaned out. Seen more than I wamted
Will so glad you had this done as suggested by your Dr. at the age of 50. Glad of the outcome and you sharing with others. The same thing happened to me at the age of 43 due to them checking on another health issue. So we never know when this can happen. Joined today this is my third video I’m loving it. Thank you for your fear one of the ocean that was phenomenal and encouraging.
I love the silent movie part, brilliant whether planned or necessity
The Doctor is so calm. I like her bedside manner.
Shes calm because Will Smith is her patient😂
The fact that they found something that could have been serious so early is mind blowing
Which is why screening is so important.
Wavers Paradise what did they find?
On Fleek Pre cancerous polyps in his colon.
No matter how bad it gets you always go through it kicking down a brick wall, I love you for that. Don't ever change
No joke Will you probably saved thousands of life with this eye opening vlog
I’m 24 years old and I’m having this procedure tomorrow. I’m going through the “prep” phase now and I was nervous about it, so I decided to type “colonoscopy” into TH-cam to try and learn a little more about what’s happening. I had no idea I’d find Will Smith going through this same sorta thing. I just wanna say thank you for helping me learn more about my procedure and I’m glad your result was an overall good one! I hope my results are good as well
Turns out I’m in the same boat as Will. I had a precancerous polyp and have to get checked every 3 years now. Glad I didn’t let it get any worse. Anybody out there who is afraid of the doctors, I understand but but put your fears aside because you could be prolonging your life so you can be around your loved ones.
@@J_Double_C did u have any symptoms
@JDoubleC hope you are all well now. Just want to know what is the size of the polyp they found in you?
I’m having a colonoscopy & endoscopy 😭😭😭😭😭
Is it painful?
The vibes when his doctor said he has a polyp in him. Will’s mood changed. He looked worried yet I know he is thankful that they discovered it right away. Whatever happens to Will affects everyone because he is such a great influence to the society.
I'm 28 I had a endoscopy and colonoscopy and they found a polyp in my stomach
Gth Jessy : sorry you hear that! What was the symptoms make you having a colonoscopy?
@@bbjh2009 how are you right now?
@@prarthanapathak8100 I'm OK..
@@bbjh2009 😊stay healthy..
Just had mines today at 45 yrs old and crazy enough I cut my hair too before the procedure. To God Be The Glory everything came back normal.
What were your results? And did you get it just because of did you have symptoms?
I met him at universal doing a tour of the back lot and he’s such a genuine nice funny guy! Glad to see him keep his health in check! We want you here for quite a while more ❤️
Whoooaa didn't expect that ending 😱 he has a great and caring doctor
The hospital bit reminds me when Will got shot and saved Carlton
Same all I could think about was will Carlton loosing it.
Goodness...you’re right
I want to give this a like but it is on 69
Tia Thompson check me out! Im a violinist
Mine is tomorrow and I am scared !! I am alone due to COVID - I just want to be back smiling like you. Glad they did it on you. My fingers crossed for my results.
How did it go?
How did it go? I have mine soon and I am terrified 😢
I have a lot of appreciation for this as a nurse, thank you for showing this and how important it is ❤️
As someone with ulcerative colitis (a chronic colon disease), I REALLY appreciate you normalizing this!!!!! I’m 17 and I’ve had seven colonoscopies. Thank you so much!!!!💗
Did you get sedated?
@@AudatiousAilbz I have been knocked out I have Ulcerative Colitis to and had several colonoscopies the worst part is the prep that is it
Are you for real, had that many colonoscopy at 17,you have sense of humour
@@glennauyoung7200 I’m 17 and have Crohn’s disease and GERD and have had eight colonoscopies and three gastroscopies. Why would you assume she was lying?
@@choccymilkconnoisseur2775 I have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease couple of months ago and now I’m getting my first colonoscopy very soon just to make sure everything is good. But I’m scared. Is a colonoscopy scary?
Thank you, Will. This took courage and you're saving lives with this kind of video.
Absolutly 😄
It takes patience and energy to compose yourself after doing such medical exam. And Will even managed to give a fan a selfie session. I would've yelled "Not today!!!" Bravo, Will! 💪🙏💕
Will Smith is the best thing that has ever happened to Social Media
True
I love Will very much n all, but why am i watching him get a colostomy haha XD
Chris Vanish agreed. His energy is just amazing.
Chris Vanish 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@dale gribble how's your butt now? I was told it might actually help with Gerd ??? :O
mom: "oh youre watching fresh prince"
me: "nah just will getting a colonoscopy"
ItsSpEeDkiLlS25 lmaoooooo omgggg that’s classic
Perfect comment!!!!
🤣🤣🤣🤣
LMFAOOOOoooOooOoooOo
Mom: Tell him to tell his son to pick up his jacket.
Will Smith continues to amaze me. This was one of the best usage of social media I've seen in a long time. We know that much to often African American men do not go to have this procedure done and it has costs many of them their lives. Thank you Will for letting us see the non-event this procedure is. Although it is a serious matter, you showed that we don't have to be so serious when going through it. But, it seriously needs to be done. I've had the procedure myself and it was some of the best sleep I've ever had! Lol. You're a good man Wll Smith. I've always had much respect for you and it has only increased. Take care and be well.
I've always looked up to you man ever since I was a kid. I still do to this day. I never expected you to be perfect, but I know you're a good person. Thanks for sharing this experience. I'm not 50 yet, I'm 32 ; due to some issues , I'm getting my first one done in a couple of days. Watching this makes me feel less anxious.
Ps, I'm still laying one brick a day , as perfectly as a brick can be laid. ;)
Doctor: No important decisions today.
Me (If I worked for Will): I've been meaning to ask about a raise
Your Boy Cris 😂😂
😂😂😂
Lol, this colonoscopy cost umm 3 or 4 million. I know.. they're rough. ♡
RIGHT!!!
Literally
Save his life
More people needs to see this
Your doctor she's so beautiful and caring you are lucky to have her we need more caring doctors such as herself.
This is great. Thank you Will for you and your doctor educating people on how important this screening is to save lives.
I am soooooo glad that he listened to his doctor and ultimately saved his life.
ASE
BE CAREFUL YOU WON'T BE FEELING THAT GREAT, THIS 2019
Such a wonderful thing that he's bringing awareness to the importance of health matters. Can he get any better? He's such an amazing being.
Yes that is generous because it's a very private part of your body 😄
It’s August 19th, 2020 as I sit here watching this video, in my bathroom, in the throws of a colonoscopy prep. As I attempt to distract myself from the carnage, I wanted to thank you Will. Sharing your story is both informative and entertaining. I pray my experience tomorrow will be as positive as yours was.
Prayer things went well
Today is mine. The prep was worse than I ever imagined. Hope your procedure went well!😊
@@Andyyoureastar I found the prep to be just horrible. The procedure was a breeze, thank goodness. I hope yours went well today!
@@Slightlyneurotic
What is The Prep?
@@monkeywkeys3916 the prep is preparing your bowels for the colonoscopy. In order for your doctor to be able to see the insides of your colon, you have to clear out all of the stool by consuming a variety of laxatives and “bowel prep”. Each physician has their preferred cocktail of vile nectar. It is a most unpleasant experience, at least it was for me. But necessary in order for the actual colonoscopy to be successful.
Great Job for Sharing your video. I had my second one done in February of 2022 everything was Okay. Again you are indeed one Great person for doing what you did and letting the world know that we all need this done in your life. Thanks Will Smith.
I can’t look at will smith without thinking of that fish Oscar he played in shark tales
I was watching Shark Tales Just a few hours ago. Eheheheh.
Lmao that’s him? 💀
Sierra Marques check me out! Im a violinist
He deserved an Oscar.
@heygirlhey504 you must be kidding...
The animated illustration was inspired by HIS looks. The fish looks like will..
That dude was so aggressive about getting a picture, I see why celebs be snapping on people when they ask for pictures and videos
Forced him to take a picture and then told him to smile🙄
The guy said” yes,i need to do this” like if someone is forcing him to take the picture with will 🤦🏼♀️
3 months late but yes. I had to pause the video just to check the comments. "Smile, SMILE, guy!" Rudest person I've ever seen next to Will seriously. I'm both glad and not glad he took a picture anyway. Glad, because there would have been such a fuss about him being mean about it. Or "above" his fans. And NOT glad, because he didn't stand up for himself when he didn't feel well. If I were a fan, at a hospital, in an elevator with Will Smith, I would probably ask him if he's alright. Especially seeing as he had a bandage too.... /rant over.
fame comes with baggage. if you don't want the baggage then don't be famous. will smith handled this situation with reason and class. one of my favorite actors
But then again who wouldn't do it if they bumped into Will Smith?! I known I for sure would! The guy is amazing, he is one of the few FAMOUS for a real and worth reason to always go about with a huge smile!
That was a wise decision Will, and courageous to put it out there on TH-cam, I’m sure that it will help to inspire others to do the sensible thing and get themselves checked out, which in turn will help to save lives 👍🏽🙏🏼. Respect to the Fresh Prince.
Bravo to you for confronting the fear and stigma of colonoscopies!! I'm turning 50 this year and been having them since age 35. I've also been having polyps and getting them removed and biopsied since 35. Now that I'm also having them every two years instead of ten, then five, then three, I feel that moment of getting real. I'm proud of and for you and all others who face the fear and get it done!! 💪💪👏
Wow that saved his life. I'm so happy he had it done. I'm getting ready to call my Daddy to ask if had his colonoscopy. ❤ Thanks
Wow. He just saved his life, catching that polyp early.
Agree! Polyps are a lot more common than people think as you age!
It’s 2020.
Really good to know all you can about your health even though it does scare some people. Get as many tests and evaluations as you can. Live long and prosper. Also. Polyps are not generally cancerous. They are not supposed to be present though so it is nice to have them snipped out.
Wow.
@@ankari5257 I’ve got suspected nasal polyps not same I know but I’m worried going to see ent surgeon
I am 59 and I did mine in August 2019, thank God for His Mercies 🙌. Will , let's hope all men that are 50 and over do theirs now.
MayLynch ok boomer
I did it every year (8 years). 27 years old. Eat good food people...
All people should do this earlier than 50.
Thank you for the encouragement Will! Had my colonoscopy today as a 25 year old and they found 1 polyp and hemorrhoids. Always get checked to make sure
Did you gave anesthesia or without and had you feel any pain without anesthesia
im 32 and going for one now after my visit with my gi friday ima need both colonoscopy and endoscopy hope it goes all well and they dont find anything serious polyp hemorroids and fissures is all i wanna hear lol
I swear will is like the greatest person ever😂💯
He's definitely up there 😌
Not your parents? Siblings? Kids? But a stranger you only know on screen
Bucketz Onn. On.
Yes
Bucketz I agreed and lovely his family too
Will Smith: *Gets a Colonoscopy*
Me: “Yo I love Will Smith.. He’s so great”
Hahahahahahahah
That's my brother
Yes and real.
Sir sir I have my gun to long time ago and it's nothing okay they found something doctor did but he got all taken care of so I'm fine as first thing I did ask Lee County Parks and they got rid of it so you let me find your temper we love you well will try to get my bird to go now so this is your fan 😍😍😍 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🍭🍭🍭🍭
The realest.. True inspiration, legit from the dirt to the top..
The reality of the fact that the fresh prince is 50 just hit me like a freight train! 😯
The Addicted Prepper I hope nothing ever happens to this man it would be devastating
And he still so finnnnnne!!! Love me some Will
The kid who starred in "Home Alone" turned 40 last month (September 2020)
Me too!
@@kgfes 😢
I just turned 45 & I gotta go through this mess. I have talked with a lot friends, co workers, & men of other race to get there perspective on this touchy subject we don't talk about as men in general when we get older. They all said gotta go through it or else you know the worse that can happen. As a Black American Male we gotta look into maintaining our health or we keep dropping off.
I wrote about Will Smith in an assignment and I GOT A FREAKING A!!
Kudos!
Hiba Al-Naema 8B congrats!
Congratulations!! It would be cool if you could upload it, tagged him and he responded 🤗🤗 #wishfulthinking
Good for you
I did too a few years ago.. and got an A as well.. 👏👏👏
I have so much respect for you for filming this, this is going to have a huge impact and make people think. I am so glad they were able to remove the cells ❤️
Will smith is what everyone wish was their friend
Are you lonely or something 😂
I wish he was my brother.
Seems Kool
@Organic Love so because people don't believe in the same things you believe in they are fucked up? Okay organic love
Sniper Viper maybe xD
Headed to my 3rd (65 yoa) tomorrow at 12:30 PM. Great you stepped up not only to get this done but to vlog it. You are the man and it will inspire other young men to step up as well. Texas out…Peace! 👊🏻🤙🏻❤️
It’s never good when they come in and say “ the prep was not as well as we hoped.”
Wills doctor is awesome! Her entire demeanor is wonderful 👏🏾
She is on camera. What do you expect her to be like?
@@ajl2232 🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨
@@devaprabue5788 ?
@@ajl2232 nothing
I just turned 50 and although there is some anxiety that goes with this procedure I’m very happy I did it, I’m blessed that nothing was found and I was told to not return for another ten years. I’ll be honest it was completely painless and it’s over before you know it, I encourage all men to take the best care of themselves because we only get one shot at life...AMEN...AMEN...AMEN
I'm 27 and today will be my 20th+ time getting it.
@@Gaetano.94
20th. Yikes I'm speechless. I'm concerned about my first. I'm having issues.
@@monkeywkeys3916 it went well. Just keep in mind that the prep is so, SO much worse than the procedure. Make sure the day before prep, have a low residue diet. Like broth, cola, juice, anything that you can see through. During the prep drink lots of water to keep hydrated. If they tell you to use peg-lyte for the prep, get Pico Salax instead. With that one you don't have to drink 4 gallons of prep, just two glasses and juice and water after that. They will most likely give you a cocktail of drugs to keep you comfy during the procedure. I can't do that anymore since they have to give me double just for me to be relaxed. Since then, in the future and the last scope, they put me totally under.
@@Gaetano.94 you’re right about the prep. That’s the worse part. Drinking that stuff that cleans out the colon.
I remember the day before my procedure my cut off time for eating solid foods was 2pm. So the rest of the evening, night, and early next morning nothing but clear liquids I drank. Water, ginger ale...
After the procedure the next day i made up for the eating I missed. From pancakes to burgers...
Amen...!
Will was so transparent and so real about this area of health-care. I'm at the age now where I really ought to have procedures like this one done and have been afraid. This video really helped me to see there's nothing to be scared of except NOT having it done and having potentially devastating consequences. So, I'm gonna go for it. Much thanks!
❤
"so this is what they found..." I died
I am going to show this to my nursing students. An educational moment.
So great!
I swear Will Smith ages so gracefully. Like how are you still as handsome now, if not more, than you were on the Fresh Prince?! Hella excited for your new movie Bad Boys For Life!
Getting ready for my first colonoscopy and this definitely put my mind at ease. Thank you for sharing..