For years, Will Smith has been one of Hollywood’s most beloved figures—a box office superstar, an Oscar-winning actor, and one-half of a power couple with Jada Pinkett Smith. However, the whispers surrounding his personal life, specifically his alleged relationship with fellow actor Duane Martin, refuse to die down. The recent resurfacing of explosive claims has reignited the debate: Was there more to Smith and Martin’s friendship than met the eye?
Actress Lisa Raye McCoy, known for her role in The Players Club, made waves with a bombshell statement about her ex-husband, Michael Misick. According to McCoy, she introduced Misick to Duane Martin, and from that point, everything changed. She claims the two men became closer than she had ever been with her husband, ultimately leading to the downfall of her marriage.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Lisa Raye also hinted at Hollywood’s secret bisexual parties—events where both Will Smith and Duane Martin were allegedly present. According to these claims, these gatherings weren’t just about socializing; they were about finding partners behind closed doors.
Tisha Campbell, actress and ex-wife of Duane Martin, has remained relatively quiet about her former husband’s personal affairs. However, her social media activity suggests she may know more than she lets on.
In a recent Instagram exchange, Campbell made a cryptic remark about “the truth always coming out,” with fans speculating that she was referring to Will Smith and Duane Martin’s alleged involvement. Her emphasis on the word WILL in all caps further fueled speculation that she was throwing shade at Smith.
This isn’t the first time Campbell’s name has been linked to these rumors. When she and Martin filed for bankruptcy in 2016, it was revealed that Duane had received a $1.4 million loan from Will and Jada Pinkett Smith. However, court documents later suggested that Duane was hiding money in secret accounts, adding another layer of mystery to the story.
For over a decade, rumors have swirled about Will Smith’s sexuality, with many speculating that his close relationship with Duane Martin was more than just friendship. In 2012, Star Magazine ran a cover story alleging that Smith and Martin were romantically involved, further fueling speculation that the Bad Boys actor was living a double life.
Even Tisha Campbell, who had previously dismissed the allegations, reportedly began to grow suspicious over time. Her frustrations, combined with Lisa Raye’s accusations, have made it nearly impossible to ignore the ongoing gossip.
Adding to the controversy, Smith’s 1993 role in Six Degrees of Separation sparked conversations about his comfort level playing a gay character. Reports from the set suggested that the actor was hesitant about filming certain scenes, leading some to wonder if his reluctance stemmed from real-life concerns about being “outed” in Hollywood.
Over the years, rumors about Will and Jada’s unconventional marriage have made headlines. The couple has openly discussed their entanglements, with Jada admitting to a relationship with singer August Alsina while still married to Smith. But was Jada the only one with a side relationship?
Sources close to the couple claim that Jada was often frustrated with how much time Will spent with Duane Martin. Allegedly, the two men frequently traveled together, taking luxurious vacations to places like Las Vegas, Miami, and even a private cruise in Trinidad—all without their wives.
One insider even claimed that Jada “hated” Martin’s influence on Will, feeling like he prioritized his friendship with Duane over their marriage.
Will Smith isn’t the only one under scrutiny. Actress Alexis Arquette once claimed to have walked in on Smith engaging in sexual activity with Hollywood manager Benny Medina. According to Arquette, this was the real reason Smith’s first marriage to Sheree Zampino ended in divorce.
Arquette also alleged that both Will and Jada have always had an open relationship, where they could explore relationships with other people—regardless of gender. While these claims have never been verified, they’ve certainly contributed to the ongoing speculation surrounding Smith’s personal life.
As expected, social media users have taken the rumors and run with them. Some claim Duane Martin is Hollywood’s ultimate puppet master—allegedly ruining Lisa Raye’s marriage, draining Tisha Campbell’s finances, and maintaining a decades-long relationship with Will Smith behind the scenes.
One viral tweet summed up the public sentiment:
“Someone needs to do an expose on Duane Martin. He got Martin canceled all those years ag