Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith continue to make the headlines these past few weeks. Following the infamous Oscars incident, the spotlight has turned toward a resurfaced 2019 video of the celebrity couple.
New York Post said that the 49-second clip has sparked talks and speculations among the public with regard to the state of the Smiths’ marriage. As noted, the “King Richard” actor gives a stern warning to his wife in it, saying, “‘don’t use me’ for clout.”
Pinkett Smith appears to have made the video through Instagram Live to promote the then-upcoming episode of her show, “Red Table Talk.” She tells her viewers that “[therapist] Esther Perel is coming to the table” before pointing the camera at Smith.
With the “Aladdin” star on the frame of the clip, his wife asks him, “would you say she has been instrumental in you and I redefining our relationship?”
As described by the publication, Will Smith looks “irritated.” He, then, responds, “I would say don’t just start filming me without asking me.”
Despite the request, Jada Pinkett Smith seemingly dismisses him and tells her audience that she is “still dealing with foolishness.” Many believe that she was calling her husband’s response “foolish” before the public.
The actress consequently asks her husband the second time regarding the therapist. But, Smith snaps back at his wife and says, “My social media presence is my bread and butter. So you can’t just use me for social media.”
He continues: “Don’t just start rolling. I’m standing in my house.”
Reports said that the clip, featuring the exchange between Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, has now become viral across media platforms. On Reddit, it has already amassed thousands of views, as well as comments from various netizens.
Some individuals expressed their concerns, noting that the “Focus” star looks “uncomfortable” and “anxious.” Others even felt sorry and sad for him after witnessing what happened in the video.
Meanwhile, several others appeared to have slammed and criticized the “Bad Moms” actress for her behavior.
On Friday, Jesus Enrique Rosas made a body language analysis video of the clip on his YouTube channel, “The Body Language Guy.” The material, which carries the title, “Lost Video of Jada [Pinkett Smith] Making Will [Smith]’s Life Miserable,” has already obtained more than 167,000 views and over 2,500 comments.
The expert claimed that the actor’s actions and movements appear to be in defense of himself. On the other hand, he asserted that the actress showed narcissistic characteristics and behaviors.
Several netizens echoed the sentiments in the comment section of the video. Some even revealed that they are glad to see the clip getting recognition as many people do not understand narcissistic abuse and its effects.