Jada Pinkett-Smith has revealed that she and husband Will Smith have secretly been separated for the last seven years.

Jada admitted that the pair, who tied the knot in 1997, are still trying to 'figure out' what the future of their marriage looks like. 

The 52-year-old shared the shock news about her relationship in a new interview with NBC News - before also opening up about their situation in more detail.

The news means the Oscar slap scandal and their infamous “entanglement” occurred during their separation. 

Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will Smith's marriage is a rollercoaster ride in Hollywood. 

Despite the ups and downs, they remain committed to each other and have built a family together, raising two children, Jaden and Willow.

Pinkett Smith has since praised the couples children, saying: "They're little gurus. They've taught me a deep sense of self-acceptance. They love every part of me.

"The level of love, unconditional love that they have for me and their dad. And it's one thing to want to be the person that gives that unconditional love. And then there's, to be the recipient of that."

Their whirlwind married reached a pivotal moment when Jada revealed her "entanglement" with singer August Alsina during a temporary separation, which sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. 

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