Jada Pinkett Smith Honors “Devoted” Dad Will Smith in Father’s Day Tribute

Jada Pinkett Smith celebrated Will Smith—dad to her kids Jaden and Willow—on Father’s Day June 16 with a lighthearted post.

By Olivia Evans Jun 17, 2024 2:34 PM
| Updated Jun 17, 2024 2:33 PM
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Jada Pinkett Smith knows her kids were raised by the power of Will. 

Indeed, the Red Table Talk host shared a hilarious tribute to Will Smith—dad to her children Jaden Smith, 25, and Willow Smith, 23—for Father's Day.

"Will thank you for being a devoted girl dad/boy dad and doing all you do," Jada wrote in a June 16 Instagram post. "Happy Father's Day—you deserve the rest."

Jada's final note in her message was a humorous reference to her photo of the entire Smith family—including herself, Jaden and Willow as well as Will's 31-year-old son Trey and his ex Sheree Zampino—grinning behind a sleeping Will. 

The silly tribute also included some of the celebrations the family partook in for the special day, as Jada also attached a picture of a baseball cap with the phrase, "Happy Zaddy Day," as well as a cup that said "Happy Father's Day."

Will's sweet celebrations come shortly after another special family day for the Smiths. Jada and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star put on a united front along with their children and Jada's mom Adrienne Banfield-Norris for Bad Boys: Ride or Die premiere May 30.

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At the event in Hollywood, Calif., the duo also posed for some shots of just the two of them—marking their first red carpet snaps since Jada confirmed they have been separated since 2016. 

And while the news was surprising for fans, the couple have continued to prioritize family in the public eye. Meanwhile, Jada has also emphasized that their eight-year separation won't precipitate a divorce.  

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"I made a promise that there will never be a reason for us to get a divorce, we will work through whatever," the Girls Trip star explained to NBC at the time. "I just haven't been able to break that promise."

Will wasn't the only star treated to a witty Father's Day tribute. Keep reading to see how all the celebrity dads celebrated. 

Travis Barker & Kourtney Kardashian

"Happy Father’s Day @travisbarker !!" Kourtney wrote, alongside photos of Travis with their baby boy Rocky Thirteen Barker, 7 months, and her and ex Scott Disick's youngest son together Reign Disick, 9. "Beyond grateful for the Dad that you are to our baby boy, and all of our kids. You keep us safe and protected and take care of us. Having a family with you is heaven. Happy to celebrate you!"

Travis Barker

The Blink-182 drummer shared throwback pics of himself with his kids Landon Barker, 20, Alabama Barker, 18, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 25, and new pics of Kourtney Kardashian's son Rocky Thirteen Barker, 7 months, on his Instagram Stories, writing, "Being your Dad is my favorite thing in the world."

Prince William & Kate Middleton

On Father's Day 2024, One day after making her first official appearance (at the Trooping the Colour parade) since revealing her cancer diagnosis in March 2024, the Princess of Wales shared this photo she took of her husband with their three kids Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6.

"We love you, Papa," Kate wrote on Instagram. "Happy Father's Day...G, C & L."

King Charles III & Prince William

William shared a tribute to his dad on Instagram, writing, "Happy Father’s Day, Pa. W," alongside this throwback pic of the two.

Cash Warren & Jessica Alba

The Sin City actress shared a tribute to her own dad, father-in-law and husband Cash Warren on Father's Day, including a pic of her spouse with their daughters Honor, 16, and Haven, 12, and son Hayes, 6.

"Happy Fathers Day to my favorite Dads!" Jessica wrote on Instagram. "@cash_warren - Honor, Haven and Hayesie are so lucky to have such a kind, patient, fun, cool Daddy who spends time with our babies and makes each and every one of them feel like they are your # 1. Watching you grow into the loving father you are to our kiddos has been one of the best gifts of my life."

Tom Brady

The retired NFL star shared Instagram pics of himself with his dad, Tom Brady Sr., and son, Jack, 16—whom he shares with ex Bridget Moynahan, and his and ex-wife Gisele Bündchen's kids Benjamin, 14, and Vivian, 11.

"Happy Fathers Day to my HERO, and the best role model I could have ever asked for," he wrote to his dad, adding, "And THANK YOU, to these kids for giving me the gift of being a father, a joy that I could have never imagined until you came into my life. I hope that I can give you all that my dad gave me… unconditional love and support."

Kris Jenner

The momager shared a collage of family photos to pay tribte to the dads and father figures within her family, past and present: Her own father, her partner Corey Gamble, her ex Caitlyn Jenner, her late ex-husband Robert Kardashian, their son Rob KardashianKim Kardashian's ex Kanye WestKhloe Kardashian's ex Tristan ThompsonKylie Jenner's ex Travis Scott and Kourtney Kardashian's ex Scott Disick and husband Travis Barker.

"Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads in our lives and all of the dads, step dads, grand fathers and father figures out there!" Kris wrote on Instagram. "I hope your day is filled with so much love."

Kaley Cuoco & Tom Pelphrey

"Happy Father’s Day to my main man @tommypelphrey , 2 years of being a dad!!" the Flight Attendant alum wrote on Instagram alongside pics of her partner with their daughter. "You were put on this earth to be Matilda's dada, and no one does it better than you. Our girl lights up when you enter a room, and so do I. We love you forever!"

Kaley also included a tribute to her own father. "And to my dad!" she wrote. "Thank you for truly being the best there is. Endless support and love through all the crazy mistakes and decisions I have made. Thank you for loving me no matter what. Tildy loves her grandpa!!"

John Legend & Chrissy Teigen

On Father's Day 2024, Chrissy shared photos of her husband holding all four of their kids—Luna, 8, Miles, 6, Esti, 17 months, and Wren, almost 12 months,— on the day they were born.

"Happy fourther’s day, Johnny!" Chrissy wrote on Instagram. "I’d put more but I’m really proud of that as a caption and also you’re right next to me."

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