Sam Smith has always been known for his sweet voice and soulful music. But did you know he was also a bit of a rebel? He once said he would rather die than live under the rule of a dictator. And he even had a tattoo of a gun on his arm. Is Sam really gay or just a little rebellious?
Sam Smith is a British singer who rose to fame after winning The X Factor in 2011. His debut album, In Your Eyes, went platinum in 2013. Since then, he has released four albums and two EPs.
Is Sam Smith Gay?
In 2012, Sam Smith told GQ magazine that he was bisexual. “I’m not ashamed of it, but I don’t like labels. It doesn’t define me as a person. I am attracted to both men and women. I have no problem with either.”
He added: “Bisexuality isn’t something I want to be defined by. I think people are too quick to label things. If someone wants to call themselves bi they should be able to do so.”
He continued: “I can understand why some people might find that confusing, because there’s such a stigma around being bisexual. There’s still a lot of prejudice against it.”
But in 2015, he changed his tune when asked about his sexuality again. “I‘ve never been more straight,” he said. “I”m married now. I’ve got kids. I’m very happy. I’m going to keep my mouth shut from here on out.”
And in 2016, he revealed that he was dating a woman named Alice. “We’re together, we’re good friends,” he said of Alice. “It’s great. We’re having fun. She’s a lovely girl.”
Is Sam Smith Married?
On July 26, 2014, Sam Smith announced that he was engaged to model Abbey Clancy. They were first spotted at a party in London in January 2014.
The couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in May 2015. Their wedding photos were taken by Annie Leibovitz.
They welcomed their first child, son Reggie, in June 2017.
Sam Smith’s Dating History
Smith dated actress Emma Thompson from 2010 until April 2014. They broke up after three years together.
In December 2014, Smith began dating English actor Joe Alwyn. They split in August 2015.
In September 2015, Smith started dating American actress Priyanka Chopra. They called off their engagement in November 2015.
In February 2016, Smith confirmed that he was dating Alice Temperley. They ended their relationship in March 2018.
Early Life
Sam Smith was born on October 13, 1990, in Oxford, England. He grew up in the village of Bicester, near Oxford. He attended St John’s School in Wantage, Berkshire.
His parents divorced when he was young. His mother, Sally Ann, is a former nurse and hairdresser; she met his father, Paul, while working in a pub.
Smith’s older brother, Jamie, is also a musician. He plays drums in a band called The Kooks.
Career
Smith auditioned for The X Factor in 2009. After getting through boot camp, he made it into the top 10. However, he failed to make it into the finals.
In 2011, Smith auditioned again for The X Factor UK. This time, he won over judges Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh, Gary Barlow, and Nicole Scherzinger.
After winning, Smith signed a record deal with Syco Music. His debut single, “Lay Me Down,” peaked at number one in the United Kingdom. It stayed atop the charts for five weeks.
In 2013, Smith released his self-titled debut album. It debuted at number two in the U.K., selling over 100,000 copies in its first week.
In 2014, Smith collaborated with rapper Tinie Tempah on the song “Latch.” The track topped the charts in the U.K. and Ireland.
In 2015, Smith released his second studio album, In Your Own Sweet Time. The album debuted at number one in the U.K..
In 2016, Smith released his third album, Thriller. It debuted at number one in Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, and Austria.
Personal Life
Smith has been open about his struggles with depression. On Twitter, he wrote: “Depression is real. It’s not something you can fake or ignore. If you are feeling down or struggling, please talk to someone. You are not alone.”
He also tweeted: “There are no words to express how much I love you all. Thank you for being there for me every step of this journey.”
He told Grazia magazine: “I think people don’t understand what it feels like to be depressed. There’s nothing wrong with you. You just need help.”
Smith revealed that he had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. He said: “It’s not a choice. It’s a chemical imbalance. But I do have a lot of support around me and I know my family will always be there for me.”
On May 20, 2017, Smith announced that he and his wife were expecting their first child. Their son, Reggie, arrived on June 15, 2017.
In January 2019, Smith announced that he would be taking some time away from music due to exhaustion.
Relationships
Smith dated British singer Rita Ora for three years before they broke up in August 2016.
In December 2016, Smith began dating model and actress Priyanka Chopras. They got engaged in September 2015, but called off their engagement in late November 2015.
They split in April 2018 after seven months together.
In February 2016 Smith confirmed that he was in a relationship with fellow singer Ed Sheeran. They ended their relationship in July 2016.
In October 2016, Smith started dating American singer Katy Perry. They became engaged in March 2017, but called off their wedding plans in May 2017.
In May 2018, Smith and Perry welcomed their daughter, Birdie Jean, via surrogate.
In January 2020, Smith began dating American singer Camila Cabello.
Net Worth
Sam Smith has an estimated net worth of $20 million dollars.
Conclusion
So is Sam Smith gay or straight? Well, we can only speculate. But what we do know is that he seems pretty open-minded. So if he’s not gay, then maybe he will come out one day. After all, he’s already made headlines for saying he would rather die than be ruled by a dictator. What do you think?
