Justice Smith
Actor in 'The Get Down,' 'Pokémon Detective Pikachu,' and musician
Justice Smith (born August 9, 1995) is an American actor and musician who emerged as a prominent young talent in entertainment during the 2010s. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Smith first gained widespread attention for his role as Ford Colson in the Netflix series 'The Get Down' (2016), which earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. He subsequently starred in several major films, including 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' (2022) where he played Abernathy, and 'Pokémon Detective Pikachu' (2019). Beyond acting, Smith is an accomplished musician who has released music and collaborated with other artists, demonstrating his versatility as a creative. He is also known for his vocal activism on social and political issues, using his platform to advocate for justice and equality. His generation-defining work in youth-oriented entertainment and his commitment to meaningful causes have made him a notable cultural figure for millennial and Gen Z audiences.
Entertainment
American
1995
Thinking about the name
Justice
Latin origin
“A virtue name derived from Latin Justitia, embodying the ideal of fairness, impartiality, and moral righteousness. Justice surged in popularity during the early 2000s as part of the broader virtue and value-naming movement. The name carries philosophical weight while feeling contemporary and aspirational.”