About This Video
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Background & Context
In my three decades in the industry, I’ve seen stars face all sorts of adversity. But it’s rare to witness the kind of bravery Jada Pinkett Smith showed as she scared off two intruders who had climbed up her balcony. It’s a testament to the courage and strength that she carries, a trait that she undeniably brings to her roles and to her life off-screen. This incident isn’t just about a celebrity scaring off intruders, it’s a reminder that our idols are human, with their own fears and their own battles. A reminder that courage isn’t the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.
Key Takeaways
- Jada Pinkett Smith’s real-life bravery
- The human side of celebrities
- The courage it takes to face fears
- The strength that Jada brings to her roles
- The battles our idols face off-screen
About Kevin Ross
Kevin Ross is a music and broadcast industry veteran with more than
30 years of firsthand experience spanning radio programming, on-air
talent, record promotion, voice work, publishing, and digital media.
He has worked every side of the business — from the air studio to
the boardroom — and built one of the longest-running digital platforms
dedicated to Black radio and music industry coverage.
30 Plus Years In is where that experience lives on video.


