Sophia Smith Announces Engagement
Sophia Smith, known as the ex-girlfriend of late One Direction singer Liam Payne, has revealed her engagement to boyfriend James Bridgwood. The heartwarming announcement came through an Instagram video shared on December 27, 2024, capturing a romantic Christmas Day proposal.
A Festive Proposal
The video shows Smith and Bridgwood in festive Christmas, surrounded by rose petals, with their one-year-old daughter, Angelina, playing nearby. Bridgwood kneels to propose, and Smith responds with tears of joy before embracing him. The emotional moment is set to Dan Berk's song "Anyone," adding a special touch.
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Liam Payne’s Tragic Passing
Liam Payne, Sophia’s ex-boyfriend and former One Direction member, tragically passed away on October 16, 2024, following a fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Sophia and Liam shared a relationship from 2013 to 2015, starting as childhood friends in Wolverhampton, England.
Sophia Smith’s Relationship with Liam Payne
Sophia Smith gained recognition as Liam Payne’s ex-girlfriend. The couple began dating in 2013 during their school days in Wolverhampton, England, and were together until 2015. Their bond as childhood sweethearts made their relationship widely adored by fans.
Life After Liam Payne
Following her breakup with Payne, Sophia pursued a career as an influencer. She started dating James Bridgwood in June 2022, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Angelina Grace, in April 2023. Now engaged, Sophia and James are building a life together as a family.
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