Willow Smith turned heads on the red carpet at the GQ Australia Men of the Year Awards, showcasing a sleek and daring look. The 23-year-old singer opted for an all-Dior ensemble, featuring high-waisted black pants, black penny loafers, and a black blazer with no shirt underneath. She accessorized with stylish silver rings and necklaces of varying lengths, complemented by a dark lip and edgy hairstyling.
Willow’s monochromatic and avant-garde appearance aligned perfectly with the event’s vibe as she mingled with fellow celebrities like Robert Irwin, Rorie Buckey, Abbey Lee, Troye Sivan, and more.
In November, Willow released a new single titled “alone,” marking her first release since her fifth studio album, “Coping Mechanisms,” in October 2022. Her musical journey began in 2011 with the debut single “Whip My Hair,” followed by subsequent tracks and the release of her first EP, “3,” in 2014.
Speaking to Rolling Stone, Willow discussed her personal drive and various aspects of her life, including her evolving relationship with her mother, Jada Pinkett Smith. She emphasized the transformation in their dynamic, stating, “You’re just a girl trying to figure this life out, exactly like me. Me and my mother’s relationships skyrocketed to amazing heights once I figured that out.”
Willow expressed that adopting a more tender and less expectation-laden love for her mother allowed their relationship to flourish. She added, “I really started loving her with so much more tenderness and way less expectations, which allowed her to see me differently and to love me differently — and to love me with a little bit more allowance for the parts of me that remind her of the parts of herself that have always caused her pain.”
Jada, following the release of her memoir “Worthy” in October, shared Willow’s enthusiasm for the book, mentioning that her daughter was “super excited” to read it and had eagerly taken a copy to delve into the content.
