News Vivica A. Fox says ‘Independence Day’ sequel ‘missed out’ by not casting Will Smith July 3, 2023Edward Segarra, USA TODAYComments Off on Vivica A. Fox says ‘Independence Day’ sequel ‘missed out’ by not casting Will Smith Vivica A. Fox, who co-starred with Will Smith in 1996's "Independence Day," said the success of the film's sequel suffered from Smith's absence.