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The recent interview teaser released by blogger Tasha K featuring Brother Bilaal, a former friend and assistant to actor Will Smith, created a storm of controversy. In the trailer, Bilaal made shocking and unsubstantiated claims about the relationship between Smith and his longtime friend and actor, Duane Martin. Allegations surfaced about Smith and Martin engaging in a sexual relationship, with detailed, explicit descriptions.
The clip caused a swift and strong reaction among fans and social media users, many of whom criticized Tasha K and Bilaal for invading Smith’s privacy and spreading potentially damaging rumors. Fans expressed disdain for the invasion of privacy and the insensitivity of disclosing someone else’s private life in such a public manner.
Will Smith himself swiftly responded to the claims made in the interview teaser, vehemently denying the allegations through his representative. The representative stated that the story was entirely fabricated and unequivocally false. There were indications that Smith was contemplating taking legal action against Bilaal and Tasha K for their claims.
Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith’s wife, appeared to confirm the intention to take legal action when approached by paparazzi in New York City. She responded affirmatively, stating, “We suin’.”
This incident wasn’t the first time rumors about Will Smith’s sexuality had surfaced. In 2016, the late Alexis Arquette had made accusations via now-deleted Facebook posts, implying that both Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith were gay. These claims also involved suggestions about Smith’s alleged relationship with Duane Martin. Additionally, rumors regarding the Smiths having an open marriage have circulated over the years, although Jada Pinkett Smith has consistently denied these claims.
During an interview with Hoda Kotb on “Today” in October 2023, Jada Pinkett Smith addressed these rumors again, denying their validity and stating that none of the speculations about their personal lives were true.
The situation involving these allegations has caused significant backlash, with both Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith vehemently denying the claims and considering legal action against those spreading these rumors.