LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Will Smith's recent admission of "emotional blindness" in response to Jada Pinkett Smith's revelations has stirred up quite a conversation online.
Jada has made several candid confessions while promoting her new memoir, 'Worthy', which include her shocking revelation about being separated from Will Smith for the past seven years.
In a recent email to the New York Times, Will Smith finally addressed Jada's revelations, stating that her memoir "kind of woke him up," per Page Six.
Paraphrasing his thoughts, Smith recognized that Jada had led a life more on the edge than he had comprehended, and she possessed qualities of resilience, intelligence, and compassion that he had underestimated.
He noted, “When you’ve been with someone for more than half of your life, a sort of emotional blindness sets in, and you can all too easily lose your sensitivity to their hidden nuances and subtle beauties,” per New York Times.
Chris Rock's misunderstanding over Jada and Will's separation
Jada Pinkett Smith's memoir also revealed that comedian Chris Rock had asked her out in 2016, mistakenly believing that she and Will were separated.
This revelation shed light on the complexities of their relationship. Additionally, Jada addressed the incident at the 2022 Academy Awards when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock for making a joke at her expense.
She admitted on the "Today" show that she was surprised by his reaction because they hadn't referred to each other as husband and wife in a long time.
The incident at the Oscars drew backlash directed towards both Will and Jada, and Jada Pinkett Smith shared her perspective on the blame she received, citing the public's need to find someone at fault.
She emphasized the human tendency to seek out scapegoats, shedding light on the circumstances that led to the controversy.
Will Smith's acknowledgment of "emotional blindness" marks an intriguing turn in this ongoing narrative, as both he and Jada continue to navigate the complex journey of their relationship, marked by confessions, controversies, and public scrutiny.
The actress also revealed that the late Tupac Shakur and she were "soulmates" She said, “We have soulmates — our children can be our soulmates.”
Internet reacts with mixed emotions to Will Smith's email and Jada's revelations
After Will Smith's statement and Jada Pinkett Smith's New York Times interview, the internet was divided, some commending Jada for her honesty and others slamming them both for oversharing.
"He's still not awake yet," one wrote
Another wrote, "I don’t feel sorry for either of these two"
On a Facebook post by Page Six, showing Jada after Will Smith separation reveal, people further slammed the actress.
One commented "Stop enabling her by giving her airtime "
"She need to take multiple seats, all these years at the red table she was lying," wrote one
"She loves the attention," replied another.
