Hollywood couple Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have been making headlines for their tumultuous marital bond for a while now. But ever since the actress released her memoir, Worthy, where she revealed several personal details about their relationship, fans have been in an uproar.
In a recent promotional event for the memoir, Smith spoke candidly about their ‘brutal but beautiful’ relationship. The Suicide Squad actor publicly defended his wife yet again, even after fans hurled accusations and hate due to her less-than-pleasing confessions. Recent years might have shaken their bond, but it is clear the actor still holds immense affection for his partner, irrespective of public opinion.
A bond beyond conventional bounds
Jada Pinkett Smith’s recent memoir, Worthy, revealed some shocking details about her marriage to actor Will Smith. Mentions of infidelities, personal struggles, and a supposed separation had fans bewildered. Still unhappy with the 2022 Oscars’ ‘slap incident’, many fans began hurling accusations and hate towards the Girls Trip actress.
![Jada Pinkett Smith as Lisa Miller in Girls Trip.](https://fwmedia.fandomwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/21092455/jada-pinkett-smith-in-girls-trip-1024x683.jpg)
However, her husband’s response was not one of anger or resentment but of love and admiration. In a promotional event for her memoir, Smith delivered an emotional speech about their bond. As reported by The Baltimore Sun (as per the Guardian), the actor surprised his wife and appeared on stage to support her.
![Will Smith as Agent J in Men In Black.](https://fwmedia.fandomwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/21092508/will-smith-in-men-in-black-1024x576.jpg)
I just really wanted to come out and just be here and hold it down for you the way you have held it down for me … We have had a very, very long and tumultuous [relationship]. We call it ‘brutiful’… brutal and beautiful at the same time.
The Men in Black actor acknowledged that their marriage did not conform to traditional standards. But he emphasized the love and respect they shared, which remained unwavering. Despite his fans criticizing her, Smith has remained by her side, showcasing his commitment to their bond.
Embracing imperfections: A different kind of couple
The Hancock actor further went on to describe his marriage as an unconventional union, calling it a ‘public experiment’. Through thick or thin, he chose to stand by his partner, embracing her faults and differences.
Our union is a sloppy public experiment. It is a sloppy public experiment in unconditional love.
![Will Smith as Deadshot in Suicide Squad.](https://fwmedia.fandomwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/21092528/will-smith-in-suicide-squad-1024x576.jpg)
Smith claimed that even though they faced a lot of hurdles in their marriage, he still credits all his happiness to the life he led. The couple’s relationship is a testament to the power of unconditional love and acceptance.
As I stand here before you today, I am happier than I’ve ever been in my entire life … I have achieved every single thing I have ever wanted in my entire life.
People may have their personal morals and criticism for their abnormal bond, but this doesn’t bother the actor. His defense and support for his wife, establish the strong connection they share.