Despite challenges and controversy, the couple remains committed to their deep love…

In a surprising revelation, Jada Pinkett Smith has disclosed that she and her husband, Will Smith, have been separated for the past seven years. The “Girls Trip” star opened up in an interview with People, where she expressed their commitment to working through their complex situation while emphasizing their deep affection for each other.

“We’re still figuring it out,” Pinkett Smith stated. “We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together. We just have deep love for each other, and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us.”

The public’s perception of their relationship took a significant hit when Will Smith famously slapped Chris Rock during the 2022 Oscars. Initially, Jada Pinkett Smith thought it was a skit, but she has continued to support her husband, stating, “I’m going to be by his side but also allow him to have to figure this out for himself.”

Pinkett Smith revealed that she only realized the seriousness of the incident when Will Smith walked back to his seat, prompting her to ask, “‘Are you OK?'”

In a sneak peek of her forthcoming interview with Hoda Kotb on NBC, Pinkett Smith confirmed that she and Will Smith still “live separately.” This revelation comes as a surprise, as the couple had maintained a united front in public, attending red carpet events together and even acquiring a new estate.

However, in 2020, singer August Alsina claimed he had an affair with Jada Pinkett Smith, and he alleged that Will Smith had given his consent. Although their representative denied these claims, Pinkett Smith later admitted to an “entanglement” with Alsina, revealing that she and Smith had been privately separated at the time of the affair.

Will Smith himself, in a November 2022 GQ cover story, acknowledged their open marriage, emphasizing that they believed their union shouldn’t “feel like a prison.” He cautioned against their unconventional approach to marriage, saying, “I don’t suggest our road for anybody,” but also emphasized the importance of the unconditional support they offer each other.

Notably, Smith also addressed the perception that Jada Pinkett Smith was the only one to have had an extramarital affair, clarifying that this was not the case.

The couple’s candid revelations have shed light on their unique journey, challenging conventional notions of marriage and showcasing their commitment to navigating their relationship’s complexities together.

Source: Page Six