This past weekend’s Father’s Day (16 June) was filled with heartwarming expressions of genuine gratitude and love. Jada Pinkett Smith brought this spirit to life with a heartfelt and creative copy on her Instagram, celebrating Will Smith’s dedication as a father.
In a candid photo that oozed both humor & familial bliss, Pinkett Smith thanked the Men in Black star for his commitment to being a “devoted” dad to their children, a sweet & well-deserved tribute. Despite being married in 1997, their journey has become ingrained in our memories, with news of their 2016 separation often making headlines.
Smith went above and beyond in his fatherly responsibilities, as A Different World actress acknowledged. However, the post received unexpected hatred from some toxic fans.
Jada Pinkett Smith’s Father’s Day Celebration Amidst Unjust Criticism
Jada Pinkett Smith recently took to Instagram to share a poignant tribute to her estranged husband, Will Smith, on Father’s Day. In the post, the actress expressed her gratitude towards Smith for being a “devoted girl dad/boy dad” and for all that he does for their children.
The photo accompanying the post showed the blended family, including the couple, and their kids Willow, Jaden, and Trey Smith, all smiling and pointing at the Bad Boys star as he took a nap on a couch on their patio.
However, some toxic fans took the opportunity to express their negativity towards Pinkett Smith’s post. Let’s have a look at some of the toxic comments:
We’re gonna sit here and pretend she likes him now? -@gobluemdl
We don’t wanna hear SHIT from you Jada!! -@jaydamcee
I was scrolling and not looking at the name . I said why is doja cat .. oh wait that’s Jada. –@forever_after_photography
Jada still there … ok nice play. –@jaymini_cricket
These hateful comments aimed at the host of Red Table Talk show the toxic nature of some fans who choose to spread negativity rather than appreciate a sweet gesture of gratitude. Note that Pinkett Smith & her husband have been separated since 2016, which means they were not together when Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars.
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s Timeless Bonds
No Hollywood has quite captured our imaginations like that of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. This dynamic duo first crossed paths back in 1994 on the set of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and their journey from co-stars to soulmates in 1997 has been nothing short of a blockbuster.
The couple’s recent struggles have been well-documented, beginning with the much-discussed Oscar slap incident. In her memoir and during an interview with Today, Pinkett Smith revealed that they discreetly parted ways in 2016, providing insight into their complicated relationship. In reference to their split, she stated in the aforementioned interview:
Why it fractured, that’s a lot of things,I think by the time we got to 2016 we were just exhausted with trying.
Will Smith was regarded as Hollywood’s sweetheart prior to the infamous Oscar incident; he continues to hold this title because of his unshakable commitment to his family. He maintained his position that nothing could ever break their bond, as he previously stated (via Billboard):
We refer to ourselves as life partners, where you get into that space where you realize you are literally with somebody for the rest of your life. There’s nothing she could do, ever, nothing that would break our relationship. She has my support till death, and it feels so good to get to that space.
In terms of his career, Will Smith and his on-screen confederate, Martin Lawrence, have just released the fourth chapter of the renowned Bad Boys series, marking their fierce comeback.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die has secured a sensational $215 million global tally (Box Office Mojo) and received favorable reviews from critics. Other actors reprising their roles from earlier films included Joe Pantoliano, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, Paola Núñez, Jacob Scipio, John Salley, and DJ Khaled.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die is in theaters; watch now!
