Inside Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith's Unconventional Love Story

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith's marriage is anything but conventional. In a recent revelation, Pinkett Smith disclosed that since 2016, she and Smith have been leading separate lives.

Heres some of what they have said about marriage over the years.

Garden of love

Will Smith commemorated their 20th anniversary in 2017 by sharing a nostalgic photo of their wedding accompanied by a sincere caption. In his heartfelt message, Smith emphasized his journey of understanding, stating, "Twenty years ago today, we innocently held hands and strolled down that aisle. Here's the wisdom I've gained since."

"Love resembles the art of gardening... I've come to grasp the importance of nurturing your growth into the person you aspire to be, the person you were meant to be," Smith expressed. "Instead of imposing my own insecurities onto you, demanding that you conform to my desires."

He ended the post with "Happy Anniversary, My Queen! I am forever Devoted to Nurturing your Deepest Truth."

Amazing chemistry

In the same year, Pinkett Smith made an appearance on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" where she addressed a viewer's inquiry regarding the most outrageous rumor she had heard about her family. Laughingly, Pinkett Smith revealed that it was the claim that she and her husband were swingers, expressing her desire for it to be true.

When Cohen inquired about her strategy for maintaining passion in her marriage, Pinkett Smith replied, "I genuinely believe that Will and I share an extraordinary chemistry on various levels."

"We enjoy laughing and growing together, and most importantly, we have a deep affection for one another," she elaborated. "Ultimately, we simply have a great time in each other's company. Yeah, I suppose that's the key. Yeah, we genuinely enjoy each other's presence!"

Forever family

Pinkett Smith appeared on Sways Universe in 2018 and declared that she and Smith "are family," no matter what.

"Remove all the unnecessary aspects of marriage and relationships; ultimately, Will and I are family. I will always support him, regardless of what others may think. The notions of a husband, partner, and societal expectations are insignificant. In the end, I am a woman he can rely on indefinitely."

Later, a caller inquired about how Pinkett Smith handles "indiscretions" in her marriage.

A bond that transcends marriage

Smith made waves in 2018 when he made a surprising revelation during his appearance on Tidal's Rap Radar podcast. He disclosed that he and Pinkett Smith no longer use the term "married" to describe their relationship.

Instead, they prefer to refer to themselves as life partners, acknowledging the deep commitment they have made to spend the rest of their lives together. Smith emphasized that there are no deal breakers in their relationship and nothing she could ever do would sever their bond.

He expressed his unwavering support for Pinkett Smith until death and expressed his satisfaction in reaching such an unbreakable and fulfilling connection.

Marriage not working

In 2021, Smith talked to GQ about his forthcoming memoir in which he wrote about the ups and downs in his relationship with his wife.

In 2011, there was a significant event when he organized a 40th birthday celebration for Pinkett Smith. This gathering featured a documentary he had personally created, which explored her ancestral roots and their connection to slavery. Unfortunately, the actress was dissatisfied with the documentary and expressed her strong disapproval to Smith, stating, "That was the most repulsive showcase of ego I have ever witnessed."

Smith candidly addressed the state of their marriage in his book, acknowledging that it was not functioning well. Both he and Pinkett Smith were no longer able to uphold the pretense of happiness. They were both deeply unhappy and recognized the urgent need for change.

Confirming to GQ, he shared that their marriage transitioned into a non-monogamous dynamic, attributing it to Jada's unconventional beliefs about traditional marriage.

"She had a different upbringing compared to mine, leading to numerous discussions about what constitutes a perfect relationship and how couples should interact," he expressed. "Initially, we embraced monogamy for the majority of our relationship, but we never saw it as the only definition of perfection in a partnership."

Smith elaborated on the significance of these concepts to them: "We have granted each other trust and freedom, recognizing that everyone must carve out their own path. Marriage, in our case, cannot be a confinement," they expressed. "I'm not advocating for our choices to be followed by others. I'm not advocating for anyone to embark on this journey. However, the liberating experiences and unwavering support we have bestowed upon one another epitomize love in its purest form."

Bad marriage for life

The Smiths appeared on her "Red Table Talk" in 2020 to discuss the romantic relationship she had with singer August Alsina.

During a challenging phase in their marriage, the duo mentioned experiencing an "entanglement," but they later managed to reach a state of "unconditional love." Reflecting on their journey, Will Smith expressed his earlier assurance to his partner in their first year of marriage that he could love her through any circumstance.

The couple bumped fists as they jokingly recited their rendition of his "Bad Boys" movie motto: "We ride together, we die together. Bad marriage for life."