Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 7, 2025 · Entertainment

Will & Jada's Public Reunion: What’s Behind Their Bizarre Marriage Arrangement?

Will Smith, 56, and estranged wife Jada Pinkett Smith, 53, made their first public appearance together in 10 months amid their bizarre marriage arrangement

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In a shocking display of marital drama, Hollywood's power couple Will Smith and estranged wife Jada Pinkett Smith made their first public appearance together in 10 long months, leaving fans wondering if they're finally calling it quits or just trying to keep the spark alive.

The 56-year-old actor, still sporting his signature charm, joined the actress for a casual dinner date at celebrity hotspot Nobu in Malibu on Saturday. Yes, you read that right - casual, because despite their high-profile marriage woes, they're still making time for each other... or so it seems.

The actor joined the actress as the grabbed a bite to eat at celebrity hotspot Nobu in Malibu on Saturday

The power couple tied the knot back in 1997 and are proud parents to son Jaden, 27, and daughter Willow, 24. However, in a bombshell revelation last year, Jada confessed that they've been separated since 2016, but have yet to officially divorce. Talk about a messy breakup!

During their latest outing, Will was seen flashing his trademark smile as he left the eatery alongside Jada, who looked stunning in a nude-colored, strapless ensemble with gold accessories and open-toed sandals. She topped off her look with fashionable shades to protect those gorgeous eyes from the California sunshine.

But what's really going on behind closed doors? Insiders claim that Will and Jada have been trying to keep their marriage alive, despite their growing apart over the years. In fact, they've been living separate lives, with Will often traveling for work while Jada focuses on her own projects.

The pair - who were last pictured together on a rare date night in November 2024 -tied the knot back in 1997 and are parents to son Jaden, 27, and daughter Willow, 24

And if you thought things couldn't get any juicier, Jada recently dished about her infamous affair with singer August Alsina in 2020. Yes, folks, this is the same woman who's been married to one of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors for over two decades!

So, what does it all mean? Are Will and Jada trying to put on a united front or are they just keeping their options open? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure - this power couple is always making headlines.

A Brief History of Their Drama-Filled Marriage

However in October 2023, Jada disclosed that both she and Will have been separated since 2016 but have not officially divorced

  • 2016: Will and Jada confirm that they've been separated for several years, but haven't officially divorced.
  • 2020: Jada admits to having an affair with singer August Alsina.
  • 2023: In an interview with Hoda Kotb on Today, Jada opens up about their failed marriage, revealing that she and Will were "exhausted" by their attempts to make it work. She added that they were both stuck in a fantasy of what they thought the other person should be.

As they left Nobu in their sleek white Lamborghini, one thing was clear - this power couple is far from over. Stay tuned for more updates on Will and Jada's wild marriage ride!

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He kept it casual wearing a short-sleeved, white shirt as well as a pair of khaki shorts and a white cap on top of his head

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Jada was stylish wearing a nude-colored, strapless ensemble that flowed down towards the ground and had a hood pulled up on top of her head

She slipped into a pair of open-toed sandals with gold details and additionally sported gold accessories to further glam up the look

Both Will and Jada were spotted leaving Nobu after enjoying a meal together and made their way to the valet area in front of the restaurant

The two stars were seen getting into a white Lamborghini before driving off to their next destination

Will climbed into the driver's seat of the luxurious vehicle as they left the celebrity hotspot in Malibu

Will and Jada were last publicly spotted together late last year in November when they stepped out for a rare date night in Los Angeles