Jada Pinkett Smith revealed in a new interview with NBC that she and her husband Will Smith have been separated for seven years, that is, since 2016.. So, at the time of Chris Rock’s slap, they were not a couple.
Although the actors led separate lives for seven years, they weren’t ready to go public with the news sooner. During these years, there was no shortage of rumors and rumors about their relationship, but no one expected such news.
As the actress notes, they separated because they were “tired of trying,” but at the same time she solemnly swore to Smith that they would never divorce. In fact, they now live in different houses, but do not plan to divorce.
How did Will Smith and Jada Pinkett meet?
They met in 1990, when he was 22 and she was 19. Will was cast as the lead in the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and the young actress auditioned for the role of his fiancée.
Who is Will Smith’s first wife?
Before marrying Jada Pinkett, Smith was married for three years to Sheri Zampino, the CEO of a skin care company and dancer originally from Schenectady, New York. From a marriage that lasted only 3 years, Will Smith had his first child, Trey Smith.
Choosing Polyamory
Among the episodes that have sparked the most discussion between the Hollywood couple, aside from the famous Oscars slap, is Will Smith and Jada Pinkett’s open couple statement about their relationship after she was discovered and convicted of spending a fiery night with the singer August Alsina. Thus, the dream that created one of Hollywood’s longest-lasting couples is shattered. On the occasion of their twentieth marriage anniversary, Will dedicated these beautiful words to his wife:
“Today we are 20 years together. That day we held hands and naively walked along the side aisle of the church. Love is like gardening. I learned that we must help each other so that the most beautiful part of each other can blossom. I have learned to nurture my dreams rather than trying hard to satisfy my selfish needs and satisfy my insecurities. Love listens, it gives, it is freedom. Happy anniversary, my queen! I will always be ready to cultivate your deep truth.”