Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith separated in 2016. It's just been a secret until now

After years of controversy and scandal, Jada Pinkett Smith revealed that she and Will Smith separated in 2016. Photo: Tribune News Service

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, one of Hollywood's most popular couples, have been living separate lives for years.

After years of controversy and scandal, Jada revealed on Wednesday (Oct 11) that she and the Bad Boys star separated in 2016. The Matrix Reloaded actor broke the news in an interview with The Today Show's Hoda Kotb while promoting her memoir, Worthy.