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Jada Pinkett Smith Fires Back At Critics Of Her Memoir, “Worthy”

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Jada Pinkett Smith has responded to critics of her new memoir, Worthy. Appearing on The Breakfast Club, she took particular aim at Ana Navarro, who slammed the book during a recent episode of The View. Navarro accused Jada of intentionally embarrassing her husband, Will Smith, for book sales. She said at the time: “I don’t wanna read the book. I don’t wanna give them another dime for her emasculating and embarrassing him to everybody in the world.”

“Well, I think if she took time to read the book, you know? I think that, if you wanna just read headlines, I could see how that could be confusing,” Jada said in response. “But the book is right here.” She added that everyone has “a right to their opinions” and claimed “anybody who’s saying that hasn’t really done their homework.”

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Jada Pinkett Smith Promotes “Worthy” At The Miami Book Fair

MIAMI, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 12: Jada speaks onstage at An Evening With Jada Pinkett Smith In Conversation With Lena Waithe during the 2023 Miami Book Fair at Miami Dade College on November 12, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images)

Writing about her marriage to Will Smith in Worthy, Jada explains that the two consider their relationship “transparent” instead of “open.” “As long as we had each other’s trust, we could work through anything,” she says. “The solution then was to create an agreement to help build that trust by which we would never be in a position to lie to each other.” Check out her comments on The Breakfast Club below.

Jada Pinkett Smith Discusses “Worthy”

Jada released Worthy back in October, making numerous headlines with revelations from the book. Perhaps the most noteworthy was that she and Will secretly split in 2016. She also reflected on the infamous Oscars slap, in which Will attacked Chris Rock for offending Jada. Additionally, she discussed her friendship with 2Pac and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on Will and Jada Pinkett Smith on HotNewHipHop.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Why She Didn’t Name August Alsina In Her Memoir

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Jada Pinkett Smith recently appeared on The Breakfast Club, where she discussed her new memoir, Worthy. The book details her rocky relationship with her husband Will Smith, revealing that the two have them have actually been separated for seven years. Famously, she was linked to August Alsina at one point in their previously-unknown separation, which was dubbed an “entanglement.”

Considering all that Pinkett Smith shared, some were surprised that she failed to mention Alsina’s name in the book. Charlamagne Tha God asked her about this decision, which she claims was for his sake. According to her, the 31-year-old has been through quite a bit, and she didn’t want to create even more stress in his life. “I felt like he’s been through enough,” she explained. “You know what I mean? And I just wanted to be respectful in that manner.”

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Jada Pinkett Smith Says August Alsina Has “Been Through Enough”

Charlamagne later went on to ask her whether or not she feels the need to “heal” that particular situation. “I’m definitely hoping at some point, for sure,” she then replied. Alsina and Pinkett Smith met back in 2015 through her son Jaden. What began as a friendship eventually evolved into a romantic relationship. In 2020, he sat down with Angela Yee to speak on their romance, reflecting on the years he spent with Pinkett Smith.

“I totally gave myself to that relationship for years of my life, and I truly and really, really deeply love and have a ton of love for her,” he explained. “I devoted myself to it, I gave my full self to it — so much so to the point that I can die right now and be okay with knowing that I truly gave myself to somebody.” What do you think of Jada Pinkett Smith’s decision to to include August Alsina’s name in her new memoir, Worthy? How do you feel about her explanation? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Rick Ross Shares Thoughts On Jada Pinkett Smith And Her Memior: “Come On Jada, Chill Out Baby”

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Rick Ross is making headlines with his candid opinions on actress Jada Pinkett Smith and her newly released memoir, Worthy. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the rapper didn’t hold back, expressing his strong sentiments about Jada’s book tour and the personal revelations it contained. Jada’s memoir delved into the intricate details of her life and her relationship with husband Will Smith. The book left no stone unturned, offering an intimate look at the ups and downs of their marriage. Rick Ross had previously voiced his disapproval, particularly concerning how Jada openly discussed her and Will’s private matters, causing him to reevaluate his own perspective on marriage.

In his recent interview with Rolling Stone, Rick Ross did not mince words when asked about Jada’s book tour. Rozay made his opinion clear when he said he doesn’t agree with Jada. He also said that she felt she was out of touch. “I don’t think I agree with Jada Pinkett,” he said. “To me, she’s psychologically lost and needs some counseling. Jesus! What are you going to tell us next? When you tell us you haven’t been together in six years, you haven’t had sex in this many years, you don’t have a prenuptial agreement — OK, what’s next?”

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Furthermore, he continued by expressing that “I heard the book flopped because she already told us everything. No one cares. That’s what they don’t understand. Sometimes as celebrities, you can get out of touch. Will Smith isn’t the same Will Smith as he was 20 years ago. Jada Pinkett, chill out, baby!” Ross then proceeded to say that the public is not interested in further stories. “You were in the movie Set It Off, and that’s all we know you from. You got $15K for that role and that’s it. Calm down. You f**cked your son’s best friend. You said your son introduced you to psychedelics. What’s next?! And to be honest, we’re not interested! I don’t want to know if Tupac got alopecia! Jada, Rozay still got love for you, but go sit down.”

Rick Ross’ unfiltered comments reflect the divergent opinions surrounding Jada Pinkett Smith’s memoir and her candid revelations about her marriage. While some applaud her transparency, others, like Rick Ross, have reservations about it. Mostly due to the debate of the extent to which such personal matters should be shared with the public. Regardless of one’s perspective, it’s clear that Jada’s book has sparked discussions and raised questions about the boundaries between personal and public life in the realm of celebrity.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Speaks Out On Her Sexuality

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Jada Pinkett Smith says that she’s “had a few sexual experiences with women,” but they helped her realize that “when it comes to sex, I love men.” She opened up about her sexuality in her new memoir, Worthy. The revelation comes as Jada has been making headlines throughout the month of October for making various comments on her marriage to Will Smith, her friendship with 2Pac, and more.

“Now, there have always been rumors that I’m gay – that I like women,” Jada Pinkett Smith wrote. “Maybe that had something to do with the clubs where I hung out, like the Catch, one of the leading LGBTQ+ spots in LA at this time that had nights for getting up and doing lip-syncs, and where I myself, on several occasions, got up onstage and lip-synched to all kind of songs.”

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Jada Pinkett Smith With Her Husband, Will Smith

TOPSHOT – US actor Will Smith and his wife actress Jada Pinkett Smith attend the World Premiere of Disney’s. Aladdin at El Capitan theatre on May 21, 2019 in Hollywood. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP) (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images)

After admitting that she’s experimented with women, Jada continued: “Still, I cherish the beauty of women inside and out. And I have never stopped being infatuated and in awe of women of all ages, sizes, and colors. My belief is – women are the most amazing creatures on the planet, and I hold reverence for women through my friendships.”

The release of her memoir comes as Jada continues to shop for a distributor for her series, Red Table Talk. Of its return, she recently confirmed to The Messager: “I can’t say at this time, but we definitely plan on coming back.” The show previously ran on Facebook Watch for five seasons. During that time she spoke with a variety of celebrity guests including Kid Cudi, Wale, Jordyn Woods, Common, T.I., Snoop Dogg, Lauren London, Ice Cube, Bobby Brown, Kevin Hart, Queen Latifah, Fat Joe, and many more. Be on the lookout for updates on Red Table Talk’s return on HotNewHipHop.

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Jada Pinkett & Will Smith Are Considering Writing A Book Together

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Jada Pinkett Smith’s been making headlines recently for the countless revelations she’s made about her relationship with Will Smith. She’s shared that the two of them have been separated for the past six years, though they’ve decided that an official divorce just wasn’t “right” for them. She also revealed that she was “shocked” that he referred to her as his “wife” post-Oscars slap.

All of this has been revealed amid promotion for her new memoir Worthy, which she released earlier this month. While some are shocked at how many fascinating details Jada’s uncovered, she says there are even more on the way. “I know it seems like it’s a lot of life because it is a lot of life in the book, but it’s very streamlined. There’s like layers and layers and layers and layers. There’s no way I could have put it all in one book,” she said on Sway In The Morning.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Teases Don’t Try This at Home

Jada Pinkett & Will Smith Are Considering Writing A Book Together
Actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith arrive at the Los Angeles World Premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures ‘Focus’ at TCL Chinese Theatre on February 24, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

“So there’s definitely other books to come,” she continued. “I mean, even Will and I are thinking about writing a book,” Jada revealed. “We were talking about this last night, writing a book called Don’t Try This at Home, where he and I kind of sit down and talk about our specific journey together.” Based on the reception of the details she’s unveiled about their relationship so far, the book would surely be a hit among readers.

What do you think of Jada Pinkett Smith revealing that she and Will are considering writing a book together? Would you be interested in reading their book? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Reflects On Dealing With “Bouts Of Depression”

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Jada Pinkett Smith reveals that she suffers from “bouts of depression” in her new book, Worthy. PEOPLE published an excerpt from the upcoming memoir, last week. In the section, Jada explains that despite her successful career and marriage, she finds herself dealing with moments where “helplessness” floods in.

In doing so, she recalls battling with a mental break around her 40th birthday. “I want to be grateful for this moment, for this opportunity, but a feeling of helplessness floods me…” she writes. “Don’t be afraid, I tell myself. You are in peaceful, beautiful Ojai. Why are you so scared? Because, I answer right back, what if THIS actually kills me?”

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Jada Pinkett Smith With Will Smith In Los Angeles

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 14: (L-R) Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith attend the 2021 AFI Fest Closing Night Premiere of Warner Bros. “King Richard” at TCL Chinese Theatre on November 14, 2021 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

From there, she continues: “Three months earlier, in the wake of my fortieth birthday, my biggest worry was Well, what if it DOESN’T? For two decades, I had been putting on a good face, going with the flow, telling everyone I was okay. Yet underneath, bouts of depression and overwhelming hopelessness had smoldered until they turned into raging hellfire in my broken heart. Unwelcome feelings — of not deserving love — made it harder to understand the disconnect between the so-called perfect life I had achieved and the well of loss I carried with me. Therapy helped up to a point. It got me to forty! But to what end?”

Elsewhere, she describes “checking off boxes” to prove she lives a happy life and how those “boxes” haven’t supplied her with the joy she expected. “I followed the rules … the rules we’re told to follow. You work hard, make sacrifices for those you love,” she explained. Jada Pinkett Smith’s Worthy releases on October 17th. Be on the lookout for further updates on the book on HotNewHipHop.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Slammed After Sharing Footage Of Tupac Rapping Will Smith Song

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Jada Pinkett Smith’s relationship with Tupac Shakur has become a contentious topic over the years, and that’s especially true after Will Smith went to bat for her at the Oscars in 2022. However, the public discourse evidently hasn’t affected how she celebrates the late rapper’s legacy. The actress and MC attended the Baltimore School Of Arts together and carried their friendship throughout their time in the limelight. But, regardless of public opinion, Jada Pinkett Smith denied that their relationship was anything more than platonic.

Interestingly enough, before she and Will Smith even met, Jada Pinkett and ‘Pac appeared to have a common appreciation for DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. On Tuesday, she previewed an excerpt from her upcoming memoir, Worthy, on Instagram that discussed her relationships with Tupac and Will Smith. She shared a video of herself and Tupac lipsyncing to “Parents Just Don’t Understand” in front of a green screen during their time in high school together. 

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 “Not in a million years would I have dreamed that the Fresh Prince and I would become, um, very acquainted,” she says in the excerpt. “Not in a million years did I imagine three lives, their fates, would be so intertwined. And… I never would have imagined that this video would become a tangible memory, of the last time Pac and I, were simply kids together,” she continued. “Pac and I lip-syncing ‘Parents Just Don’t Understand’ by Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince during our Junior year in high school. Who would have thought?”

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Social Media Scorns Jada Pinkett 

While people like DJ Jazzy Jeff and Lena Waithe appreciated the throwback footage, not everyone shared similar levels of excitement about the footage. Although some felt as though this reflected Will Smith’s longevity in the entertainment industry, others felt like she was trying to convey something deeper. “Imagine slapping Chris Rock because of Jada Pinkett Smith and then losing movie roles over it, only for her to post a video of her and 2Pac lip-syncing to your song on IG. Will Smith, we’re praying for you,” one user wrote. Many others echoed a similar sentiment, claiming that she shared the footage to spite Will Smith, for whatever reason. Check out a few of the responses below. 

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