Sam Smith Opens Up About Liposuction at Age 13
Sam Smith revealed they underwent liposuction surgery at 13 after enduring harsh bullying at secondary school due to their weight. The singer, who uses they/them pronouns and identifies as non-binary, shared that their weight was the most difficult issue to cope with as a teenager, rather than their queerness.
Bullying and Challenges in School
Speaking on the Podcrushed podcast, Sam explained that during their time at a Catholic high school in Hertfordshire, their weight was the main reason they were teased.
"Weirdly my weight was the thing I probably got teased the most about."
This bullying made everyday activities distressing. Sam said changing in the locker room and swimming at school became unbearable, which contributed to their decision to have surgery.
Decision and Support for Surgery
Sam underwent liposuction on their chest due to "a growing chest" and the impact the bullying had on their wellbeing.
"I had surgery on my chest when I was 13 years old, because I had a growing chest... I got liposuction when I was 13 years old."
Their parents were very supportive, recognizing how much the situation was affecting Sam's life.
Reflection on the Surgery
Despite the surgery, Sam admitted it was not successful in resolving all the issues because of their continued love for food.
"I just love food."
Summary
Sam Smith courageously shared how bullying over weight led to liposuction at a young age, highlighting the deep impact of body image struggles during adolescence.