Jada Pinkett Smith, the wife of Will Smith, has finally decided to break her silence over the rumors circulating about her husband’s sexuality.
Jada shuts down claims that Will was intimate with actor Duane Martin.
In a strongly-worded statement on The Breakfast Club radio morning show, she vehemently denied the allegations that Smith is gay and that he was involved in a secret affair with “Fresh Prince” actor Duane Martin. The accusations, as explosive as they are, have left fans stunned on social media, putting the Smith family under an uncomfortable spotlight.
Jada addressed the comments while promoting her memoir, ‘Worthy.’
Jada, known for her candid approach and forthright opinions, did not mince words while addressing the controversy. She further added that they would not take this defamation lightly and are planning on taking legal action against those propagating such rumors.
Brother Bilaal, who claims to be Will’s former assistant, made the shocking allegations in a new interview.
According to Bilaal, Smith allegedly had a sexual relationship with Martin. The origin of these claims can be traced back to Tasha K, a controversial YouTuber known for her outrageous celebrity gossip. She was also previously sued by Cardi B for defamatory statements, resulting in a $4 million win for the rapper.
Will and Duane have known each other for around three decades.
Tasha K suggested that Smith and Martin’s friendship was more than platonic. However, her claims were largely ignored until Bilaal’s recent accusations seemingly offered some corroboration.
It was claimed by Will’s alleged former assistant that he walked in on the actors having intercourse.
“I opened the door to Duane’s dressing room and that’s when I see Duane having anal sex with Will,” Bilaal said. “There was a couch and Will was bent over the couch and Duane was standing up killing him, murdering him. It was murder in there.”
The controversy, regardless of whether true or not, also raises questions about privacy and the right of public figures to keep certain aspects of their lives away from the public eye.
Who Is Duane Martin, and what’s his relationship to the Smiths?
Duane Martin is a name you’ve probably come across if you’re a fan of 90s sitcoms and basketball-themed movies. Born in Brooklyn, New York, after several years playing professional basketball, his career path led him to a close association with the iconic Fresh Prince himself, Will Smith.
Duane is a successful actor, who even shared camera time with Will on a particular sitcom.
The two reportedly first met on the set of NBC’s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, where Martin guest-starred in one of the episodes. Their friendship blossomed from there, transcending the professional realm to become a personal bond that has stood the test of time since fans have seen them out and about pretty frequently over the years.
Both being prominent figures in Hollywood, they’ve often been spotted together at various events (even with their significant others), showing their camaraderie and mutual respect.
It’s often said that Will and Duane are like brothers – that’s how close they apparently are.
Over time, some could they’ve become more than just friends; they’re like brothers. They’ve supported each other through ups and downs, both personally and professionally. Smith has often spoken highly of Martin’s talent and dedication to his craft. There were even rumors that the Hollywood actor once bought Martin a house, though neither party ever addressed these claims.
Duane has not addressed the rumor about him and his longtime friend.
Despite the rumors, however, both Martin and Smith have remained unscathed, choosing to rise above the noise and focus on their friendship and careers. Their relationship is a great example of a genuine friendship in an industry often accused of being superficial and transient.