Nearly three years after revealing that she and husband Will Smith had secretly been separated since 2016, Jada Pinkett Smith is reportedly living under the same roof with the Oscar-winning actor once again.
A source close to the couple told People that Pinkett Smith moved back into the family’s home about two years ago. The insider said the longtime couple remains committed to one another despite the unconventional path their marriage has taken.
The update marks another chapter in one of Hollywood’s most closely watched relationships. Since disclosing their years-long separation in 2023, both Smith and Pinkett Smith have emphasized that divorce was never their goal.
A Marriage That Continues to Evolve
According to the source, “Jada moved back in about two years ago. They are happy and love each other. They have always been committed to their family and being there for each other. They have a unique relationship, but it works for them.”
The reported reunion comes after several recent public appearances together. The pair has been photographed supporting their children, Jaden and Willow Smith, while also spending time with Will Smith’s eldest son, Trey Smith. They also appeared together during family outings in recent weeks, fueling speculation that they had grown closer.
Pinkett Smith stunned fans in 2023 while promoting her memoir, Worthy. During interviews, she revealed that she and Smith had been living “completely separate lives” since 2016. She explained that they had not publicly announced the separation because they were still trying to understand what their relationship would become.
She also acknowledged that the separation was already in place before the infamous 2022 Academy Awards incident involving comedian Chris Rock.
At the time, Pinkett Smith said, “We’re still figuring it out.”
She added, “We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together. We just got deep love for each other, and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us.”
Family Remains the Priority
Despite years of public scrutiny, those close to the couple say family has remained their central focus.
The source told People that the couple continues to support each other personally and professionally while maintaining a relationship that works for them rather than following traditional expectations.
Will Smith has previously described their marriage as unconventional.
In his memoir and past interviews, he explained that both partners eventually moved away from the idea of a traditional marriage. He stressed that their relationship is built on trust, honesty and personal freedom rather than outside expectations.
Pinkett Smith has echoed similar sentiments throughout recent years. She has repeatedly said that neither she nor Smith wants to give up on their partnership despite its challenges.
The latest report suggests those efforts have continued behind the scenes.
Although neither Smith nor Pinkett Smith has publicly commented on the new report, the insider’s account indicates they have quietly shared a home since roughly 2024.