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Willow Smith says she feels insecure over being called a ‘nepo baby’

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Willow Smith has opened up about being labelled a “nepo baby” due to the fame and success of her parents, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith.

The singer, 23, spoke about feeling “insecurity” when it comes to questions about her own career in an interview with Allure published on 2 May. Despite some of the negative comments and doubts abnout her talents, Smith explained that the label of “nepo baby” has only inspired her to work harder.

“I truly believe

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