Jada Pinkett Smith reunites with 'surrogate mother'

Jada Pinkett Smith opens up about her long relationship with producer and choreographer Debbie Allen. Debbie then surprises Jada in Studio 1A and talks about mentoring Jada throughout her career and about being a "surrogate mother" to her. "I'm so proud of her courage," says Allen.

October 18, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER Parents LATEST NEWS See Jada Pinkett Smith reunite with 'surrogate mother' Debbie Allen Jada Pinkett Smith opens up about her long relationship with producer and choreographer Debbie Allen. Debbie then surprises Jada in Studio 1A and talks about mentoring Jada throughout her career and about being a "surrogate mother" to her. "I'm so proud of her courage," says Allen. READ MORE > Robert De Niro opens up about having a baby at age 80: 'It is what it is. It's OK' READ MORE > See this cheer dad keep up with his daughter on the squad READ MORE > 20 TikTok-inspired family Halloween costume ideas you haven't thought of yet READ MORE > Baby Wren looks exactly like dad John Legend in new bath time photo READ MORE > Erin Andrews on battling mom guilt and how she wants to 'memorize' her baby's face READ MORE > Shopping for a teenager? We cracked the code on tech, beauty and books they'll love — starting at $8 READ MORE > Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2023 TODAY 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact