Sam Smith Announces Engagement to Boyfriend

Reports have emerged that singer Sam Smith has gotten engaged to fashion designer Christian Cowan. The couple is said to have become engaged after approximately three years of dating.

The two were spotted having a conversation related to their engagement at a New York hotel before attending the 2026 Met Gala. Christian Cowan was wearing a ring featuring a large yellow diamond. A source stated, "The engagement was kept private. The couple is very happy."

Sam Smith and Christian Cowan have been dating since 2022. The couple garnered attention when they attended the event where U.S. President Joe Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act (RMA) at the White House. Since then, they have been seen spending time together in private settings and have showcased their affection by appearing together at various official events. They walked the red carpet in matching outfits at the 2024 Met Gala, and at this year's Met Gala, Sam Smith appeared in an outfit designed by Christian Cowan.

Sam Smith is globally loved for songs such as 'Stay With Me,' 'I'm Not The Only One,' and 'Unholy.' Additionally, Sam Smith revealed they are gay shortly after their debut in 2014, and in 2019, they identified as 'gender non-binary,' stating they do not conform to gender norms.

Following the news of Sam Smith and Christian Cowan's engagement, congratulatory messages from global fans have been pouring in.