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Sophia Smith, the ex-girlfriend of late One Direction star Liam Payne, has announced her engagement to James Bridgwood in a heartfelt social media post.
The 30-year-old influencer shared a video capturing the romantic moment James proposed during the Christmas period. In the clip, James got down on one knee in a room adorned with rose petals and a bottle of champagne. The couple was dressed in cozy pyjamas, joined by their eight-month-old daughter, Angelina Grace, who was born in April 2023.
Sophia captioned the video with the words: “Yes a million times over. 25.12.24,” accompanied by a red heart emoji. In the tender moment, she admired her engagement ring while Angelina, blissfully unaware, asked her parents to play with her dolls.
A Wave of Congratulations
The announcement was met with an outpouring of support and excitement. Friends and fans flooded the comments with congratulatory messages.
Lottie Tomlinson, sister of One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson, wrote: “Congratulations,” with crying and pink heart emojis. Celebrity hairstylist Lou Teasdale commented, “Aw Soph,” alongside a red heart, and TV personality Maura Higgins added: “Congratulations.”
Sophia’s followers also expressed their joy, with one writing: “Omggggggggg. Congratulations!!!!!!!” Another commented: “Favourites forever, can’t stop watching this video,” while a third added: “Yayyyyy! So happy for you both! Congratulations.”
A Look Back at Her Past with Liam
Sophia and Liam, who tragically passed away in October 2024 at the age of 31, dated between 2013 and 2015 after meeting at St. Peter’s Collegiate School in Wolverhampton. Despite Liam asking Sophia out more than 20 times, their romance eventually blossomed.
During their relationship, Sophia often accompanied Liam on his One Direction tours, including their final concert tour. The couple had even discussed marriage, though they ultimately decided to go their separate ways. Speaking after their breakup, Liam told The Sun on Sunday: “Sometimes it’s better not to do what your heart wants but to do what’s better for them.”
Tragic Passing of Liam Payne
Liam’s death shocked fans and the entertainment world earlier this year. The singer died from a fall at a hotel, with an autopsy confirming “multiple traumatic injuries” as the cause. His untimely passing has left a lasting impact on his loved ones and fans around the globe.
Finding Joy Amid Loss
Sophia’s engagement marks a joyful chapter in her life, months after experiencing the heartbreak of Liam’s passing. Her announcement has resonated with many who continue to celebrate her journey of love, healing, and new beginnings.
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