Jada Pinkett Smith was born on September 18, 1971 in Baltimore, Maryland, to Robsol Grant Pinkett Jr., a contractor, and Adrienne Banfield-Jones, a nurse. They divorced after only a few months of marriage.
Early Life and Education.
She attended the Baltimore School for the Arts, where she met and became close friends with rapper Tupac Shakur. She majored in dance and theatre and graduated in 1989. She then went to the North Carolina School of the Arts, but dropped out to pursue her acting career.
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Filmography and Career.
She made her television debut on the sitcom A Different World in 1991, and her film debut in Menace II Society in 1993. She gained recognition for her roles in:
- The Nutty Professor (1996),
- Set It Off (1996),
- Scream 2 (1997),
- The Matrix Reloaded (2003),
- The Matrix Revolutions (2003), and
- The animated Madagascar films.
She also starred in the television shows Hawthorne (2009-2011) and Gotham (2014-2017).
She is also a talk show host, singer, businesswoman, and producer. She co-hosts the Facebook Watch talk show Red Table Talk, for which she won a Daytime Emmy Award in 2020. She also launched a music career as the lead singer of the nu metal band Wicked Wisdom in 2002. She published a children’s book, Girls Hold Up This World, in 2004, which was a New York Times bestseller. She has a production company with her husband Will Smith, called Westbrook Inc., and has produced films, documentaries, and television series. She was also a producer of the Broadway musical Fela! in 2010, which was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Musical.
Relationship With Will Smith.
She married actor Will Smith on December 31, 1997. They have two children together: Jaden Smith (born July 8, 1998) and Willow Smith (born October 31, 2000). They also have a son from Will’s previous marriage: Trey Smith (born November 11, 1992).
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Personal Life.
She is known for her philanthropic work and activism. She is a supporter of various causes, such as education, human rights, women’s empowerment, environmentalism, and animal welfare. She has donated money and resources to various organizations, such as the Lupus Foundation of America, the Baltimore School for the Arts, the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation, and the Cesar Millan Foundation. She has also spoken out against racism, sexism, homophobia, and violence.
Net Worth.
Jada Pinkett’s net worth as is estimated to be about $70 million. Her husband Will Smith has a net worth of $350 million. Together, they are one of the richest couples in Hollywood.
Awards.
Some of the awards that she has won or been nominated for include:
- NAACP Image Awards,
- BET Awards,
- MTV Movie Awards,
- Teen Choice Awards,
- Black Reel Awards,
- People’s Choice Awards,
- Golden Raspberry Awards,
- Daytime Emmy Awards, and
- Saturn Awards.
Age.
Jada Pinkett’s age as of October 13, 2023 is 52 years old.
Cars.
Some of the cars that she owns or has owned include:
- A Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Edition ($100K),
- A BMW Hydrogen 7 ($118K),
- A Ford Mustang ($27K),
- A Mercedes-Benz GL450 ($70K), and
- A Toyota Prius ($25K).
Houses.
Some of the houses that she owns or has owned include:
- A mansion in Calabasas, California ($42M),
- An estate in Malibu, California ($7.5M),
- An apartment in New York City ($5M),
- A ranch in Kauai, Hawaii ($13M), and
- A ski chalet in Park City, Utah ($3M).
Relationship Status.
Her relationship status as of October 13, 2023 is separated from Will Smith. They announced their separation on October 12, 2023 after 25 years of marriage. They said that they remain friends and co-parents, and that they have an amicable and respectful relationship. They also revealed that they had been living apart since 2016, and that they had an open marriage.
FAQs On Jada Pinkett.
Did Jada Pinkett Smith date Tupac Shakur?
No, Jada Pinkett Smith and Tupac Shakur were never romantically involved. They were close friends since their high school days, and they had a deep connection and respect for each other. Jada has said that Tupac was her “soul mate”, but not in a sexual or romantic way. She has also said that there was no chemistry between them, and that they were like brother and sister.
What is Red Table Talk about?
Red Table Talk is a talk show hosted by Jada Pinkett Smith, her mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris, and her daughter Willow Smith. It features candid conversations about various topics, such as family, relationships, health, sexuality, spirituality, culture, and social issues. It also invites guests from different backgrounds and perspectives to join the discussion. The show is streamed on Facebook Watch, and has been praised for its honesty, authenticity, and relevance.
Why did Jada Pinkett Smith start a metal band?
Jada Pinkett Smith started a metal band called Wicked Wisdom in 2002 because she wanted to express her passion for music and explore a different genre. She said that she grew up listening to metal bands like Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and Iron Maiden, and that she was inspired by them.
How did Jada Pinkett Smith meet Will Smith?
Jada Pinkett Smith met Will Smith in 1994 when she auditioned for the role of his girlfriend on his sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. She did not get the part because she was too short (she is 4’11” while he is 6’2″). However, they became friends and started dating in 1995. They got married on December 31, 1997 in a private ceremony at a hotel in Baltimore. They have been one of the most popular and influential couples in Hollywood ever since.
What is Jada Pinkett Smith's latest project?
Jada Pinkett Smith’s latest project is her memoir, titled Worthy, which is set to be released on October 17, 2023. The book is a collection of personal essays that reflect on her life journey, from her childhood in Baltimore to her career in Hollywood to her marriage with Will Smith to her activism and philanthropy.
What is Jada Pinkett Smith net worth?
Jada Pinkett Smith’s net worth, is estimated at around $50 million in 2023 acquired through out her career in in entertainment, business ventures, and real estate investments
