On October 15, actor Will Smith addressed the statements made by his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, regarding their separation, initiated in 2016. In her memoir “Worthy,” Jada, 52, provides insight into their relationship, revealing that they had lived independently from one another for close to seven years. The duo, having tied the knot in 1997, chose to make their relationship status public just recently.

During an interview with Today’s Hoda Kotb, Jada’s candid comments about their union were brought up. She disclosed that, by the year 2016, the weight of striving to live up to one another’s standards had left them both fatigued. Despite this, they both agreed that divorce wasn’t the path they wished to take.

Will, 55, responded to his wife’s revelations with a cryptic Instagram post, showcasing a picture of him asleep on a swiftly moving boat, with the caption “Notifications off :)”. Furthering the dialogue, he likened Jada’s memoir to a wake-up call, emphasizing how simple it is to miss the finer details in one’s partner over the passage of time.

To provide more context to their relationship’s narrative, Jay Shetty read a letter from Will on his podcast during a session in which Jada discussed her memoir. Through the heartfelt letter, Will voiced his appreciation for Jada’s courage in sharing her account. He humorously remarked that had he been aware of her feelings earlier, he would have held her closer. He concluded by reiterating his unwavering love for Jada. The humor and mutual respect evident in their interactions depict the lasting bond they share.