They say that not everything we see on social media is real and the biggest example is Jada Pinkett and Will Smith, who have been separated since 2016. The actress revealed in a recent interview with Hoda Kotb that she and the actor have been living independent lives, even, long before the controversial slap she gave Chris Rock at the Oscars.
Jada also divulged details about their marriage, including their current situation, why they never announced their separation, and why they decided in the first place.
Why Jada Pinkett and Will Smith Never Announced Their Separation
We are all equally surprised by this “secret,” as they have been seen enjoying several moments together even after the date they called it quits. Jada confessed that they didn’t come public because they didn’t feel “ready yet,” highlighting that during all this time, they have tried to move on, but it hasn’t been an easy thing to do.
Let’s remember that the couple got married in 1997, and since then, they have been the target of several controversies, especially after it was revealed that she had been unfaithful to singer August Alsina. This news, which Pinkett Smith herself confirmed on her Red Table Talk show with Will Smith, simply further evidenced the difficult situation they were facing.
After all, in 2022, Will Smith starred in a violent moment after slapping Chris Rock in the middle of the stage at the Oscars, after making a joke about Jada’s alopecia. However, far from coming together to “defend” her, it would be something that marked a breaking point in the couple’s relationship.
Why Did Jada Pinkett and Will Smith Split?
Although she did not give a specific reason, Jada Pinkett Smith commented that their marriage was slowly ending for various reasons. As time went on, they realized that they were both tired of trying to maintain a relationship that no longer made them happy.
But it was not so easy for them to separate, since, as the celebrity confessed, she made a promise about being together despite everything, which she has not been able to break so far.
What Will Happen to Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith After Their Separation?
The couple is not legally divorced, but despite that, they have already been living independent lives for more than six years. The celebrity couple continues to face challenges, and now the most complicated thing is to redefine their relationship.
Jada Pinkett Smith will release her memoir Worthy on October 17, 2023, in which she promises to share more details about her life, career, and marriage. So we’ll stay tuned for more tea!
This story was written in Spanish by Nayeli Párraga in Cultura Colectiva
