Jada Pinkett Smith has shed light on the aftermath of the highly-publicized slap incident involving her husband, Will Smith, at the 2022 Oscars.
In an interview with People, the 52-year-old actress candidly shared her initial reaction, saying, “I thought, this is a skit. I was like, there’s no way that Will hit him.” Her disbelief was palpable when the incident first unfolded.
However, as the Queen Cleopatra actress delved further into the narrative, she recounted that her perspective shifted as she observed Will walking back towards his seat. It was then that Jada realized it was not a scripted skit, but a real and shocking moment that had transpired.
But the conversation with People did not solely revolve around the Oscars incident. Jada Pinkett Smith, who is the author of the book “Worthy,” provided a rare insight into her intricate marriage with the Academy Award-winning actor and her ongoing battle with depression.
The most startling revelation came when Jada disclosed that she and Will have been living separately for the last seven years. She elaborated on the current state of their relationship, explaining, “We’re still figuring it out. We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together. We just got deep love for each other and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us.” Their journey to understanding their unique connection is ongoing.
Through this challenging phase in her life, the mother-of-three credited her children, Jaden (25), Willow (22), and Trey (30), as a wellspring of inspiration. “My children, they’re little gurus. They’ve taught me a deep sense of self-acceptance,” she said. The unwavering love and wisdom of her children have played a pivotal role in her personal growth and resilience.
Jada expressed profound gratitude for her children’s love and support, emphasizing, “the level of love they have for me and their dad. And it’s one thing to want to be the person that gives that unconditional love. And then there’s, to be the recipient of that.”
In the face of the complexities of life, Jada Pinkett Smith’s journey continues to be one of introspection, resilience, and learning, marked by her commitment to mental health and personal growth, a journey that she shares openly and honestly with the world.
