Jada Pinkett Smith Admits Affair to Shield Will’s Ego

Jada Pinkett Smith says she publicly confessed her involvement with singer August Alsina to protect her husband’s ego and spare their family from prolonged scrutiny. Discussing her new memoir I Am, You Are, We Are, Worthy!, she explains that she took the blame so Will could process the situation privately. “If I had to look like the adulterous wife to make sure you’re okay, I’m going to do it,” she shares. She reflects on learning to love herself without abandoning her marriage, admitting she once struggled to balance self-preservation with commitment. By playing the villain, she hoped to bring the drama to an end and move forward together. This revelation sheds fresh light on their 2020 Red Table Talk episode and the events that preceded the 2022 Oscars slap, highlighting their journey of personal growth and resilience.

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