Jada Pinkett Smith Allegedly Threatened Will Smith, Claiming He’d ‘Catch a Bullet’
In a recent civil lawsuit filed on November 7, 2023, Jada Pinkett Smith faces serious allegations from Bilaal Salaam, who claims she threatened him, saying he would “catch a bullet” if he disclosed her personal information. Salaam, a long-time associate of Will Smith, alleges these threats were made during a private birthday party in Calabasas, California.
Key Allegations Against Jada Pinkett Smith
Salaam’s complaint, which has attracted significant media attention, describes Pinkett Smith engaging in what he calls a “coordinated media smear campaign” against him. He asserts that the actress retaliated against him for refusing to participate in “crisis management” public relations efforts related to the fallout from Will Smith’s altercation with Chris Rock at the Oscars.
Details of the Incident
According to Salaam, the confrontation occurred while Pinkett Smith was accompanied by approximately seven associates. During this encounter, she allegedly demanded that he sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and warned him that his failure to comply could lead to serious consequences.
- Incident took place at a private birthday party for Will Smith.
- Salaam describes Pinkett Smith as having issued threats in the presence of her entourage.
- One associate allegedly followed Salaam to his car, continuing the verbal threats.
Background and Context
Salaam, who has been a close friend of Will Smith for four decades, declined a request from actor Duane Martin to assist with PR management after the Oscar incident. He felt that aiding in such efforts would compromise his integrity. Following his refusal, Salaam claims he was warned by Martin about potential repercussions from Pinkett Smith.
Claims of Emotional and Financial Distress
In his lawsuit, Salaam outlines that the allegations from Pinkett Smith have led to severe emotional distress, financial loss, and damage to his reputation. He states that he has faced intimidation and threats from individuals associated with the couple.
Seeking Justice
Salaam is pursuing at least $3 million in damages, which includes special, general, exemplary, and punitive damages. He also demands a public retraction of Pinkett Smith’s statements made against him. With these allegations, the lawsuit highlights the ongoing tensions within a circle that has gained public attention due to the high-profile nature of its members.
The case continues to develop as authorities gather more information, and legal representatives from both sides remain in discussions. El-Balad will keep readers updated on further developments regarding this situation.
