Jada Pinkett Smith is Still Pulling Will Smith’s Strings Since Oscar Slap Despite Racy Antics

For years, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have kept the world guessing about the true nature of their relationship. While legally married, Jada once described their split as “not a divorce on paper. But it was a divorce.”

That cryptic statement from 2022 revealed that the Hollywood power couple had been living separate lives since 2016—long before the infamous Oscars slap that shook Will’s career.

Despite the separation, Jada remains an influential figure in Will’s life. Even after her 2020 revelation about her affair with singer August Alsina, Will has seemingly struggled to move on.

Recently, Will made headlines again, this time for a steamy on-stage moment with Spanish singer India Martinez at the Premio Lo Nuestro awards in Miami. The intimate performance ignited romance rumors, but insiders suggest that it was more about making a statement than a genuine love connection. “Shameless” as some critics called it, the moment only fueled speculation about who truly holds influence over Will’s life—and many believe it’s still Jada.

Business Partners First, Everything Else Second

Despite their unconventional dynamic, Will and Jada continue to present a united front—at least in business. In May 2024, Jada was right by Will’s side for the Bad Boys: Ride or Die premiere, and the two were spotted on what appeared to be a cozy dinner date in November. But sources close to them insist it’s no longer about romance.

“Will and Jada aren’t a romantic couple anymore but they continue to be business partners,” an insider revealed. “They still communicate regularly, especially about their shared projects and, of course, anything related to their kids or close family friends.”

Their marriage might not follow traditional norms, but it’s built on something arguably just as strong—financial and professional ties. With a joint net worth of $400 million and two highly successful production companies under their belt, a formal divorce would be messy. Unlike many Hollywood couples, they never signed a prenup, which means dividing assets could prove complicated.

Hollywood’s Power Duos: Business Over Love

Will and Jada’s situation isn’t unheard of in Hollywood. Other high-profile exes, like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and his former wife Dany Garcia, have maintained successful business relationships despite personal splits.

For Will and Jada, love may have faded, but their business empire remains intact. Their marriage, unconventional as it is, seems to be more of a strategic partnership than anything else—one that neither is willing to walk away from.

Whether Will is ready to move on romantically is still up for debate. But if there’s one thing that remains certain, it’s that Jada will always be part of his life, if not as a wife, then as a business ally.

Be sure to catch up on everything happening with Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith right now. Come back here often for all Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s spoilers, news, and updates.

Editorial credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com