SAM SMITH
All About
SAM SMITH
Rising star Sam Smith burst onto the electronic dance scene in 2012 as a featured artist on “Latch,” a chart-topping single by British duo Disclosure. Just three years later, Smith’s extraordinary talent earned them the coveted title of Best New Artist at the 2015 Grammy Awards, with their soul-stirring single “Stay With Me” taking home the coveted Song of the Year award.
Fun Facts & Hidden Details
This British singer-songwriter has captured the hearts of many with their emotive ballads, including “I’m Not the Only One” and “Too Good at Goodbyes.” Their talent was further recognized when they took home a prestigious Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2016, thanks to the hauntingly beautiful “Writing’s on the Wall,” featured in the 2015 James Bond film Spectre.
Family Life, Relationships & Personal Life
Born into a non-traditional family, they had a stay-at-home father and a career-driven mother who worked as a banker. The public first learned about their sexual orientation in May 2014, when they came out as gay. Two years later, they started dating Jay Camilleri, marking the beginning of a romantic relationship that would last for several years. However, their relationship with Brandon Flynn, which followed in 2017, came to an end in 2018. Additionally, they have also been linked to actor Jonathan Zeizel and dancer Khasan Brailsford, showcasing their diverse social life.
Early Life Before Fame
Bishop’s Stortford, in the county of Hertfordshire, served as the childhood home of the family. Prior to embarking on their singing journey in 2012, they attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, where they fostered their early talents.
Career and Collabs
In a creative collaboration, the duo revisited their hit single “Lay Me Down” in March 2015, infusing the track with soulful vocals from the Grammy-winning artist John Legend.
