Will Smith has recently opened up about the emotional challenges he’s faced in his marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith, particularly in response to the revelations in her memoir Worthy. The memoir surprised him with details about her struggles, which he wasn’t fully aware of, such as her battles with depression and her need to live a more independent life since their separation in 2016. Although the couple has remained legally married, they have led “completely separate lives” for the past several years, with Jada stating that they haven’t considered divorce despite their distance
Smith admitted that her memoir “woke him up” to how resilient and complex Jada is. He also reflected on how their long-term relationship had caused him to become emotionally blind to some of her struggles. These revelations came alongside discussions about the infamous Oscars slap incident involving Chris Rock, which Jada also addresses in her memoir. Both have indicated that they are continuing to navigate their relationship, though it’s clear that their journey has been fraught with challenges .