By Paul Chavez For Dailymail.com
Published: 06:52 BST, 13 June 2019 | Updated: 06:52 BST, 13 June 2019
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Chris Hemsworth revealed that Will Smith inspired his acting career during an appearance Wednesday on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
The 35-year-old Australian actor spoke of his admiration for Smith, 50, while promoting the spin-off sequel Men In Black: International wearing a black three-piece suit.
'I was 14 when the first one came out,' said Hemsworth who rose to fame portraying superhero Thor in Marvel Studios blockbusters.
Man in black: Chris Hemsworth wore a black three-piece suit Wednesday while promoting Men In Black: International on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Hemsworth said he got 'swept up' in the 1997 original Men In Black with its 'unique blend of police thriller and comedy with sci-fi'.
'It was my introduction to Will Smith, the world's biggest movie star,' he added.
Hemsworth said that after seeing the movie he 'wanted to inhabit the world' of movie making.
He called Smith 'one of my biggest heroes' and host Fallon, 44, asked if they've ever met.
The original: Will Smith is shown in a still from the 1997 original Men In Black
Fan favorite: The 35-year-old Australian actor received a standing ovation upon arrival
