Will Smith and Duane Martin’s Friendship History

Smith and Martin Have Been Long-Time Friends for Decades After Meeting in 1993. Martin and Smith Met While on Tv Set of the Fresh Prince of Bel Air When Martin Appeared in an Episode Titled “It Is Better to Have Loved and Lost It. ”

Jada Smith Recently Addressed “Gay” and “Swingers” Rumours About Will Smith Marriage

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Will Smith and Jada Smith Split

During the Same Appearance, Jade Confirmed She and Will Smith Actually Separated in 2016 but Have Remained Married. Exactly What That Means Remains a Little Unclear, but Pinkett Smith Explained That They Didn’t Want to Officially Divorce.

Will Smith and Duane Martin's 30-Year Friendship Explored

By Robert Thorne

• Oct 8, 2026 • 3 min read

Will Smith and Duane Martin's 30-Year Friendship Explored

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

Will Smith’s Friendship with Long-Time Pal and Fellow Actor Duane Martin Has Been Highlighted by Fans Again, After Claims Made by a Former Employee.

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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