In a recent interview, Jada Pinkett Smith openly shared how the most discussed Oscar slap delivered by her husband impacted and ultimately strengthened their relationship, saving their previously falling marriage.

Pinkett Smith, who initially was about skip the 2022 Academy Awards, made a last-minute decision to attend with her husband. She expressed gratitude for attending the event, where an incident involving Chris Rock’s joke led to Will Smith slapping the comedian on stage. Pinkett Smith affectionately refers to this incident as the “Holy Slap,” highlighting its positive effect on their relationship.

The scandal unfolded during a challenging period for the Hollywood couple. Pinkett Smith disclosed that she and Will Smith had been separated for six years before the “Holy Slap” incident. The public controversy, which was most discussed and trending headlines and social media, prompted Pinkett Smith to reassess her feelings towards Smith.

The Oscar incident, though widely debated, became essential moment for Pinkett Smith. It made her realize the depth of her love for Will Smith, made her to support him during challenging times and refocus on rebuilding their marriage.

“That moment of the s*** hitting the fan is when you see where you really are,” she reflected. “After all those years trying to figure out if I would leave Will’s side, it took that slap for me to see I will never leave him. Who knows where our relationship would be if that hadn’t happened?”

Following the Oscar event, Jada Pinkett Smith’s statements underscore the resilience of their marriage. Despite facing complications and public judgements , the couple has managed to overcome challenges, emerging with a relationship stronger than ever.

The interview sheds light on the complexity of their journey, emphasizing the transformative power of a single incident in redefining and fortifying their enduring bond.

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