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SAM SMITH


Authenticity, identity and acceptance in the public eye

For Sam Smith, the mere act of existing is radical. From coming out as gay in 2014 and genderqueer in 2017 to announcing their usage of they/them pronouns in 2019, their journey towards realizing their identity has been public since their early twenties. A successful singer and songwriter since 2012, Smith’s stages of self-discovery are...

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Non-binary singer Sam Smith ignites body image firestorm over 'Perfect Magazine' debut

British singer Sam Smith ignited another controversy surrounding body image and positivity after appearing on the cover of 'Perfect Magazine' in unusual outfits.

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Sam Smith hints at involvement with 'Sex and the City' sequel series 'And Just Like That...'

Sam Smith hinted that they might be making an appearance on the new season of "And Just Like That..."

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Sam Smith Was Heckled And Called A "Pedophile" While Walking In NYC, And It's Seriously Disturbing

The incident occurred in the notoriously LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood, the West Village.

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Sam Smith backup dancer defends 'Satanic' Grammys performance: Using these symbols in 'positive, fabulous way'

A backup dancer for Sam Smith's 'satanic' Grammys performance insisted that the demonic symbols used in the show were meant to be seen in a "positive" and "fabulous" way.

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Comedian Ricky Gervais trolls Sam Smith's latex Brit Awards outfit: 'Lack of privacy'

Smith donned a black latex inflatable jumpsuit with high rounded shoulders and balloon-like sleeves, which Gervais mocked on Twitter with a photo shopped picture of himself wearing the singer's outfit.

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Air apparent: Sam Smith goes viral with Brit Awards outfit

Musician Sam Smith turned heads with the eye-catching black latex outfit the “Unholy” singer wore to the Brit Awards Saturday night in London.

Sam Smith makes a bold fashion statement in a inflatable black latex jumpsuit at the BRIT Awards

British singer Sam Smith donned black latex inflatable jumpsuit at the 2023 BRIT Awards held at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday.

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Brit Awards 2023: The eclectic outfits turning heads on the red carpet

From Harry Styles's giant corsage to Lizzo's gold ruffles - there were plenty of head-turning outfits.

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Brit Awards 2023 host Mo Gilligan gears up for show

Mo Gilligan says rows over nominations are above his pay grade and he wants to put on a good show.

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Madonna compared to Cleopatra, Queen Elizabeth I for trying to look youthful

A guest essay for the New York Times defended Madonna’s unusual look at the 65th annual Grammy Awards as a comment on beauty standards on Wednesday.

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Madonna accuses critics of "ageism and misogyny" after comments about her Grammys appearance

"Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in," wrote the singer on Instagram.

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Madonna responds to 'ageism' after comments on her appearance at the Grammys

Madonna called out ageism in response to photos where some commented that the she was “unrecognizable” at the 2023 Grammy Awards.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Roasted For 'Unholy' Gripe About Sam Smith And Kim Petras

The far-right Georgia congresswoman complained about the "demonic performance" at the Grammys in a conspiratorial tweet.

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Grimes Calls Out the Moment She Knew the Grammys Were ‘So Irrelevant’

ReutersCount Grimes among the many people who believe the Grammys are “so irrelevant.”Rather than voicing her frustration over who won and who didn’t on Sunday night, though, Grimes’ criticism stemmed from the organization’s supposed behind-the-scenes politics. The Art Angels musician called out the Recording Academy on an Instagram post from Charli XCX, who was (semi-sarcastically) lamenting the fact that she wasn’t nominated for a Grammy this year. “People don’t wanna see hot evil girls thrive

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Ted Cruz blasts shocking Satan-themed performance at Grammys: 'This is evil'

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Tex., and conservatives on Twitter blasted a Grammys performance as "Satanic" and "evil" after singer Sam Smith dressed as the Devil.

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How to watch the Grammys live (including the red carpet)

The Grammys have evolved from their humble beginnings handing out 29 awards into a daylong feast of music.

Kim Petras talks religion, trans community ahead of Grammys

For Kim Petras, 2022 was a big year.

Detransitioner slams the entertainment industry for normalizing child gender transitions: 'How low can you go'

Former transgender social media influencer believes 'people in positions of power that want to normalize' overly sexual behaviors' aim to 'confuse kids' and 'weaken society'

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People Are Defending Sam Smith After Their New Video Led To Body-Shaming — From Conservatives, Other Queer People, And More

"The amount of homophobia and fat-shaming Sam has been subjected to lately (that, too, from their OWN community) is so disappointing."

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Sharon Stone says many big stars are 'misogynists,' but two Hollywood icons are the exception

"Casino" actress Sharon Stone opened up about working with "misogynist" stars in Hollywood and revealed two stars treated in fairly in the entertainment industry.

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Sam Smith’s Radical Centrism

One of the world’s most prominent queer entertainers thrives at playing to the middle.

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Sam Smith called for BRIT Awards to go gender-neutral, now says it's a 'shame' no women nominated this year

A British award show went gender-neutral for its "Artist of the Year" category, which singer Sam Smith advocated for but now calls it a "shame" that no female artists were nominated.

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'SNL' pokes fun at George Santos as Fox Sports reporter in cold open; Sam Smith performs

"Saturday Night Live" returned for their first show in 2023 with Sam Smith as the musical performer with a surprise appearance from Sharon Stone.

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New this week: Jennifer Lopez, Sam Smith and 'You People'

This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh albums from Sam Smith and Elle King, the return of Jennifer Lopez in the rom-com “Shotgun Wedding,” and the TV show “Poker Face,” starring Natasha Lyonne as a wise-cracking, friendly drifter who has an uncanny ability to immediately know if someone is lying.

Sam Smith and Kim Petras make LGBTQ history on Billboard's Hot 100 chart

"Unholy" earned both artists their first No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot 100, making them the first openly non-binary solo artist and first openly transgender solo artist to hit the top of the chart.

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Taylor Swift's 'Midnight' Is Here After Millions Enjoyed TikTok Teases

Swift's videos live alongside hundreds of other musicians on the platform — each one vying for the next viral hit.

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Kelly Clarkson Fans Go Wild After Watching Her Duet with Sam Smith

Kelly Clarkson teamed up with Sam Smith to perform her 2004 hit song "Breakaway" and TikTok fans are obsessing over it. You will too once you hear!

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New this week: Lena Dunham, Mila Kunis and Charlie Puth

This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Charlie Puth and The Cult, Mila Kunis starring in the Netflix thriller “Luckiest Girl Alive,” and “30 Rock” star Jack McBrayer leading the second season of “Hello, Jack.

Sam Smith on why they won't get upset if you use the wrong pronouns: 'Mistakes happen'

Sam Smith opened up about their thoughts on pronouns and why they won't get mad if you use the wrong pronouns.

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Another ABA player dies waiting on pension from NBA. He left a chilling photo behind

Sam Smith, of Indianapolis, won a title in the ABA. He died last month. Weeks before his death, he posed in a photo, a message to the NBA.

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Billie Eilish and Finneas bond and win Oscar for best song

“No Time to Die” is proving a song very much alive at awards shows.

Celebrity Royal Encounters

Kate Middleton seemed star-struck when she met Serena Williams

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Tion Wayne and Russ Millions' Body named TikTok UK song of 2021

Tion Wayne and Russ Millions' drill track Body is a the most used track for UK creators.

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15 LGBTQ artists you should listen to this Pride Month

As we all know, June is Pride Month, and what better way to celebrate the rainbow flag than listening to some music made by those in the LGBTQ community?

Elliot Page flashes abs, smile in first shirtless photo: 'Trans bb's first swim trunks'

Elliot Page shared a poolside photo of himself on Monday, marking the first shirtless photo he's shared since undergoing "lifesaving" top surgery.

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Stars like Demi Lovato, Elliot Page, Sam Smith identify as nonbinary. What does that mean?

You've likely started to hear the term "nonbinary" more frequently. What is nonbinary? And which celebrities are nonbinary?

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GLAAD Media Awards presenters support transgender athletes

“The Boys in the Band” and “Star Trek: Discovery” were among the winners at the 32nd GLAAD Media Awards.

Elton John, TikTok team up to educate about AIDS epidemic

LOS ANGELES – The Elton John AIDS Foundation and TikTok are teaming up to raise awareness about the disease through a campaign and live event for World AIDS Day. The event will air on John’s TikTok channel featuring the singer and husband-filmmaker David Furnish along with performances by Sam Smith, Sam Fender and Rina Sawayama. The campaign is also expected to help educate TikTokers about the prevention and own sexual health. “We all need to care about HIV and end the discrimination around this disease,” John said in a statement. “There’s a great lineup for our TikTok Live to break down the myths around HIV, talk about safe sex and ensure that young people know how to protect themselves and others.”

Country artist Cam confronts hard truths on 'The Otherside'

Country singer Cam poses in Nashville, Tenn., on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020 to promote her second album The Otherside. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The five-year journey between albums for country singer Cam was an evolution in coming to grips with hard truths about a music industry that had left her a bit bruised but not broken. But two years ago, Cam decided to walk away from Sony Nashville’s imprint Arista citing different values, but remaining under Sony on the RCA Record label based in New York. The title track, a meticulously crafted country dance track, was co-written with acclaimed Swedish dance artist Avicii, whose real name was Tim Bergling. She knew what she was getting into when she heard Smith’s easily recognizable voice on the demo for “Happier For You,” a melancholic country song that fit well with Cam's aesthetic of moody and introspective country tunes.

Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Jonas Brothers and More to Play 2019 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour

The annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour has an incredibly star-studded lineup this year. Performers at the 2019 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One include Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, BTS, Jonas Brothers, Camila Cabello, Khalid, Sam Smith, Billie Eilish, Lizzo and more. In 2017, Katie Holmes and her daughter, Suri, made a surprise appearance at Jingle Ball in New York, where they introduced Swift before her performance. Watch the video below to see the cute moment:RELATED CONTENT:Cardi B and Offset Go All Out in PDA-Filled Jingle Ball PerformanceTaylor Swift Holds Hands With Joe Alwyn While Heading Home From Jingle Ball -- See the Sweet Pic! Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Perform 'End Game' at Jingle Ball -- Watch!

Sam Smith Announces Preference for They/Them Pronouns After a 'Lifetime of Being at War With My

Sam Smith is clarifying the pronouns that the singer would like people to use moving forward. Ive decided I am changing my pronouns to THEY/THEM after a lifetime of being at war with my gender Ive decided to embrace myself for who I am, inside and out... pic.twitter.com/IVoLTYbAWd Sam Smith (@samsmith) September 13, 2019While Smith hopes the announcement will help others, the GRAMMY winner admitted to not being ready just yet to have a lengthy discussion on the topic. Sam Smith (@samsmith) September 13, 2019Smith went on to share a list of activists in the non-binary and trans community, who have helped me and given me so much clarity and understanding.Smith concluded the post by writing, Love you all. Be kind x Sam Smith (@samsmith) September 13, 2019This past March, Smith came out as non-binary or genderqueer on the first episode of Jameela Jamils Instagram TV series, I Weigh Interviews. Non-binary/genderqueer is that you do not identify in a gender, Smith said at the time.

Sam Smith's preferred gender pronouns are they/them

(CNN) - Sam Smith identifies as genderqueer and non-binary, and the singer took to Instagram Friday to clarify their preferred prounouns. I've decided I am changing my pronouns to THEY/THEM after a lifetime of being at war with my gender I've decided to embrace myself for who I am, inside and out.," Smith wrote. I understand there will be many mistakes and mis gendering but all I ask is you please please try. These are activists and leaders of the non binary/trans community that have helped me and given me so much clarity and understanding." The singer also announced this week that their breakthrough single, "Stay With Me," has been streamed over 1 billion times, writing, "Wild wild wild.

Celebrities are turning themselves into grandmas and grandpas with new FaceApp

Has a friend or a favorite celebrity shared a photo on social media recently and they're looking a little bit different? One of the funniest transformations comes from the Jonas Brothers, who took a group photo using the app. Another celebrity who used the app is Drake, and again, he looks like he is going to age well. While many people are having the best time playing with the FaceApp, some people on social media are warning the public about the potential risks of using the app. There have been reports that the Russian company that developed the app could be using your information.

Celebs Are Loving the Too-Real FaceApp 'Old' Filter -- See the Best Pics!

The popular selfie app FaceApp recently added a new filter, which allows anyone and everyone to look decades older in their photos. Naturally, the filter caught fire in no time, with celebs and fans alike sharing images of what they might look like in their twilight years. British crooner Sam Smith also got in on the fun, posting a photo of himself wearing a big heart-shaped, dangly earring while using the filter. While Gibson has shaved his head for years, that didnt stop the filter from turning his beard gray. Check out tons more images of celebs trying out the hilarious filter below.

Adele Spotted Holding Hands With Male Friend at London Concert

There was no way Adele was missing Celine Dion's concert in London. The "Someone Like You" songstress was photographed arriving to the Barclaycard Presents British Summer Time Hyde Park event in London on Saturday, holding hands with her dear friend Paul Drayton. For the outdoor event, Adele rocked black leggings with an oversized black sweatshirt, tennis shoes and dark sunglasses. alice xx pic.twitter.com/vgVy4X1mVS alice (@AliChater) July 6, 2019Last month, Adele was her truest self at the Spice Girls reunion concert in London. The singer -- who is a big fan of the girl group -- laughed, cried and met the four Spice Girls at the show.

Sam Smith can speak again after vocal surgery

Pop star Sam Smith said on Instagram he had recovered his ability to speak after surgery on his vocal cords. CBSN's Jeff Glor has more on the singer's recovery.

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Sam Smith doesn't want to be pigeonholed

Sam Smith doesn't want to be pigeonholed The "Stay With Me" singer tells Anthony Mason he wants the freedom to do what he wants -- which may someday include a rock album.

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Sam Smith on his singing roots

Sam Smith on his singing roots The singer-songwriter tells Anthony Mason that he used to sing during his morning commute to school in the car with his mother.

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Going home with singer Sam Smith

Going home with singer Sam Smith Anthony Mason travels to England to visit with a rising star, Sam Smith, whose song, "Stay With Me," has been dominating the charts.

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Preview: Sam Smith still doubts himself

Preview: Sam Smith still doubts himself The British singer with the chart-topping "Stay With Me" tells correspondent Anthony Mason that he still doesn’t understand "what people hear in my voice," in an interview to be broadcast on "Sunday Morning."

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