Sam Smith opens up about relationship with fiance

• Singer Sam Smith has announced their engagement to long-term partner Christian Cowan.
• Smith, 34, and Cowan, a fashion designer, have been dating for three years, with Smith's upcoming fifth studio album, Hazel Eyes , charting their relationship.
• The couple, who grew up 10 minutes apart near Cambridge, initially met online four years ago.
• They were first publicly linked when Cowan worked on the costumes for Smith’s 2023 music video “I’m Not Here To Make Friends” and later attended the Met Gala together in May 2024.
• Smith, who moved to New York for Cowan, says they have a newfound sense of belonging in the city and confirmed that they are engaged in an interview with the New York Times.

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Sam Smith announces engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan