Will Smith and Spanish singer India Martínez shared a steamy moment on stage, leaving fans divided.
Will Smith is under fire after an 'inappropriate' onstage moment with Spanish singer India Martínez sparked a wave of reactions online.
The 56-year-old actor, known for his role in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, got a little too close to 39-year-old Martínez while performing at the Premio Lo Nuestro awards in Miami on February 20.
During their performance of their new song First Love, the two shared an intimate moment, getting lost in the music as they embraced and nearly kissed on stage.
The actor appeared to get quite close to the singer Instagram/@india_martines_oficial
Some fans also noticed that Smith had placed his hand on Martínez’s lower back, leading to further speculation.
Their apparent closeness extended beyond the stage as well.
After the show, Martínez posted a candid photo of herself wrapped around Smith in a tight embrace, her legs around his waist as he smiled.
The image only fueled the buzz, with fans dissecting every detail of their interaction.
The pair appeared very close, on and off stage Instagram/@india_martines_oficial
Many viewers couldn’t help but notice the chemistry between them, sparking debate over whether it was just an act or if something more was happening behind the scenes.
Social media quickly filled with comments questioning Smith’s behavior, especially given his complex and highly publicized marriage with Jada Pinkett Smith.
Some online users labeled the moment as 'inappropriate' and 'controversial,' while others thought it was just part of the performance.
"Inappropriate. Even if it is 'entertainment'," one critic wrote on Instagram.
However, not everyone was against Smith. Many fans supported the actor, cheering him on and praising his energy.
"Will Smith is out here enjoying life," another user wrote, celebrating his carefree attitude, while others argued that he should be allowed to enjoy himself.
"Doesn't Will Smith kiss people [on] screen while acting? Do people not understand performance and showmanship," another fan commented.
Will Smith with his famous offspring, Willow and Jada, at the Grammys earlier this month Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy
Smith’s onstage moment comes at a time when his marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith remains under scrutiny.
The couple, who have been together for nearly 30 years, revealed in 2023 that they had actually been living separately for years.
Despite their separation, they have continued to support each other publicly, even after the revelation of Jada’s past relationship with singer August Alsina in 2020.
In her memoir Worthy, Pinkett Smith described their separation as feeling like a 'divorce,' though she clarified that they were still legally married.
She also insisted that despite their distance, they remain committed to their bond and continue working on their relationship.
Throughout the years, their relationship has been highly publicized, with many key moments, including Smith’s shocking altercation with Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, keeping them in the spotlight.
Will and his wife, Jada, before the iconic Oscars moment Lionel Hahn/Getty Images
That unforgettable Oscars moment, where Smith walked onto the stage and slapped Chris Rock after he made a joke about Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, became a viral sensation. As he returned to his seat, Smith famously shouted "keep my wife's name out of your f***ing mouth."
Interestingly, Jada later revealed that this moment had a surprising impact on their relationship. She referred to it as the 'holy slap'—a turning point that made her see their bond in a new light.
Speaking in an interview with Extra, she explained: "That was a moment that I knew I would never leave Will's side after all those years thinking I would."
"I didn't go in there as his wife, but I was leaving as his wife," she added.
