Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have been in the news a lot lately and not for good reasons. Over the last few years, the couple has been very open about their marriage to the world and what started as just them sharing their “truths” quickly turned into what many people considered “oversharing.”
It began with Jada’s beloved Facebook Watch series Red Table Talk where she and her co-hosts Willow Smith and Adrienne “Gammy” Banfield-Norris would discuss a wide range of topics that some would even consider taboo.
Each of them would sometimes share personal information about their lives and with Jada, she often shared intimate details about her relationship with Will. Jada and Will even addressed things together such as the actress’ “entanglement” with August Alsina back in 2020.
While they faced criticism then, that criticism has been turned up a notch thanks to Will’s memoir that he released in 2021.
With intimate details about the beginning stages of their relationship where he wrote that they had “sex multiple times a day, for four months straight,” many fans were getting tired of it and someone even started an online petition on change.org where they asked reporters to stop interviewing the couple.
However, their daughter Willow has a different perspective. In an interview with The Independent, the 21-year-old musician revealed what she thought about her parents sharing vulnerable parts about themselves.
“I feel I’ve always understood that my parents are their own people,” she said.
“A lot of kids think of their parents like… ‘Your whole identity is for me.’ [But] seeing them in this lifestyle we had, from a very young age it was clear to me they weren’t just my parents. They’re full, other people who have their own emotions.”
Willow also believes that it would be the “biggest disservice” to put up a facade when that’s not the case.
It’s not surprising that Willow would defend her parents amid their recent criticism. The Smiths are a close-knit family and always share support for one another whether it's professionally or personally.
In July 2020, Jada shaved her head and attributed it to being inspired by Willow. For the Instagram post, Jada wrote, “Willow made me do it because it was time to let go, BUT…my 50s are ’bout to be divinely lit with this shed.”
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'He Said, She Said': Love Stories Put To The Test At A Weekend For Love
At the A Weekend For Love retreat, we sat down with four couples to explore their love stories in a playful but revealing way with #HeSaidSheSaid. From first encounters to life-changing moments, we tested their memories to see if their versions of events aligned—because, as they say, every story has three sides: his, hers, and the truth.
Do these couples remember their love stories the same way? Press play to find out.
Episode 1: Indira & Desmond – Love Across the Miles
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but for Indira & Desmond, love made it stronger. Every mile apart deepened their bond, reinforcing the unshakable foundation of their relationship. From their first "I love you" to the moment they knew they had found home in each other, their journey is a beautiful testament to the endurance of true love.
Episode 2: Jay & Tia – A Love Story Straight Out of a Rom-Com
If Hollywood is looking for its next Black love story, they need to take notes from Jay & Tia. Their journey—from an awkward first date to navigating careers, parenthood, and personal growth—proves that love is not just about romance but also resilience. Their story is full of laughter, challenges, and, most importantly, a love that stands the test of time.
Episode 3: Larencia & Mykel – Through the Highs and Lows
A date night with police helicopters overhead? Now that’s a story! Larencia & Mykel have faced unexpected surprises, major life changes, and 14 years of choosing each other every single day. But after all this time, do they actually remember things the same way? Their episode is sure to bring some eye-opening revelations and a lot of laughs.
Episode 4: Soy & Osei – A Love Aligned in Purpose
From a chance meeting at the front door to 15 years of unwavering love, faith, and growth, Soy & Osei prove that when two souls are aligned in love and purpose, nothing can shake their foundation. Their journey is a powerful reminder that true love is built on mutual support, shared values, and a deep connection that only strengthens with time.
Each of these couples has a unique and inspiring story to tell, but do their memories match up? Watch #HeSaidSheSaid to find out!
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Ashanti Explains Why She's Not Sharing Photos Of Her Son Anytime Soon
Ashanti is loving motherhood and is keeping special moments with her son to herself, at least for now. The Grammy award-winning artist gave birth to her son, Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, affectionately nicknamed KK, on July 18, 2024.
While Ashanti and hubby, Nelly, have expressed their love for their son in public, they have been keeping his identity private. During a sit-down with ET, Ashanti opened up about motherhood and why she's not sharing photos of KK on social media.
"I just feel like, he's so important to me, and I don't know if I want to share that," she said. "He's a beautiful baby, he's definitely my twin."
However, the No Address star admitted that there are instances when she's tempted to share the adorable moments of her son on social media and Nelly is eager to post their son as well. Nevertheless, she is sticking to her guns. "I just want to keep him to me for a little bit," she said.
With the announcement of her and Nelly's docuseries, fans may not have to wait long to see baby KK. Their reality show, initially reported in January 2025, will offer a glimpse into their love, family life, careers, and more. Peacock acquired the show, and the couple serves as executive producers.
While the "Happy" singer had to get adjusted to the cameras, she did find some aspects of filming enjoyable. "The part that I love is it forces us to be together. 'Cause he'll be doing his shows, I haven't done shows yet," she explained.
"I'm obviously getting back to it, but if I'm home with the baby, there's stuff going on and still we don't know where we're gonna live...but when we're all together, it's so much fun."
Lastly, Ashanti hinted that viewers can anticipate some of the intimate and fun moments fans occasionally get to witness on their social media accounts. "You have to tune in to see about KK. I'm not giving that away," she said. "You're definitely going to see some of the romantic moments, funny moments for sure."
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