In a candid revelation, Jada Pinkett Smith opens up about six-year separation from Will Smith prior to the highly publicized incident at the Oscars in 2022.
Pinkett Smith, in an interview with People magazine, spoke about the unexpected incident at the Oscars and the state of their relationship at that time. “I thought, ‘This is a skit,'” she told the magazine, referring to the moment Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars. She went on to reveal that the couple had been separated for six years leading up to this event.
The revelation comes ahead of the release of her upcoming memoir, “Worthy,” scheduled for release later this month. In the interview, Pinkett Smith discussed her struggles with mental health and how her relationship with Will Smith influenced her well-being. She shared her battles with depression, including contemplating suicide, and her reliance on Prozac to manage her mental health prior to meeting Will Smith.
Pinkett Smith detailed how her relationship with Smith influenced her mental health treatment. “Once I met Will, I completely abandoned my mental health. I was so intoxicated by him and our dynamic. I really felt like I’m cured,” she expressed. However, as she approached her 40s, the pain resurfaced, and she found herself in a dark place.
In her struggles, Pinkett Smith found solace in the psychedelic drug ayahuasca, describing how it granted her a newfound connection with herself and helped her overcome suicidal thoughts.
Addressing their current status, Pinkett Smith stated that they are still in the process of figuring things out. “We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together,” she said. “We just got deep love for each other and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us.”
This revelation adds a deeper layer to the dynamics of the couple’s relationship, shedding light on the complexity and challenges they faced during their separation. As they navigate their relationship, the public remains eager to see how their journey unfolds.