Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Separation from Will Smith since 2016 in New Memoir

Smith shares details of marriage struggles, suicidal thoughts, and her perspective of her husband's infamous 2022 Oscar night controversy.

Jada Pinkett Smith revealed in her new memoir that she and Will Smith have been separated since 2016. Despite their separation, they haven't formalised it with a divorce, choosing to continue co-parenting and working together.
In her book, Jada also talks about the moment Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars. Initially, she thought it was a skit, and it wasn't until Will returned to his seat that she realized it wasn't.
Smith's separation from Will was not due to a singular event. By 2016, they were both exhausted with trying to fit into their expectations of each other and decided to live separate lives.
In addition to discussing her separation from Will, Jada also explores her journey with mental health in her memoir. She recounts dealing with suicidal depression and drug addiction earlier in her life.
Jada also addressed rumors of an open marriage between her and Will, clarifying that they are not in an open marriage, but rather believe in giving each other trust, freedom, and unconditional support.