Blackpink's Rose denies dating Will Smith's son Jaden: He's a good friend

Blackpink's Rose has been the subject of intense scrutiny following the release of her latest album, Rosie. Fans are eager to identify the 'toxic ex' mentioned in her songs, with American rapper Jaden Smith among those caught in the speculation.

In Short

• Rose's album Rosie has sparked dating rumors
• Fans speculate Jaden Smith inspired a song
• Rose has denied dating Jaden in a recent interview

Blackpink member Rose has been at the center of dating speculations following the release of her latest album, Rosie. Fans have been curious about the identity of the "toxic (ex) till the end" mentioned in her leading track, as Rose has previously stated that the album draws from real-life experiences. Among the names speculated, American rapper and actor Jaden Smith was also mentioned, sparking widespread discussion online.

In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Rose took a lie detector test, addressing the rumours directly. When asked if Jaden Smith was the inspiration behind the song, she denied it with a laugh, stating, "No, it’s not about Jaden Smith. He’s a good friend though. Hi, Jaden. Miss you a lot." She also denied ever dating Jaden Smith, which the test corroborated.

Rumours about Rose and Jaden Smith began after the release of her 2024 studio album Rosie. The actor, known for his role in The Karate Kid, and his sister, Willow Smith, share a warm friendship with the Blackpink members, having been seen together at events like Coachella. Despite the ongoing speculations, Rose has remained private about her past relationships, only addressing them through her music.

Aside from Jaden Smith, Rose has been linked to other celebrities, including actor Kang Dong Won, Gossip Girl actor Evan Mock, her collaborator Bruno Mars, LANY’s Paul Klein, and skateboarding coach Jason Choi. However, she has not confirmed any of these rumoured relationships.