Matt Smith is rumored to have a long list of dating history. He has been linked to many famous personalities and co-stars over the years.
Smith, best known for his role in The Crown, has always been private about his romantic life. However, he has been unable to keep the secret that he has been involved with some famous personalities.
Despite his secrecy, rumors about his love life have been circulating, particularly since his latest role in House of the Dragon, where he plays Prince Daemon Targaryen. Although he doesn’t talk much about his personal relationships, he has occasionally shared his thoughts on the importance of family in interviews.
In an interview with Rolling Stone UK in August 2021, he expressed his desire to start a family but didn’t reveal his current relationship status. He believes that having children and building a family truly matters in life, but he has not yet shown any signs of settling down with anyone.
Here is a list of famous people he has been rumored to have dated in the past:
Lily James
Smith was in a relationship with Lily James for almost six years. The couple began dating in early 2014.
In June 2014, James began dating fellow actor Smith after meeting on the set of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. They remained relatively private about their personal lives and rarely discussed their relationship in interviews while they were together.
James is an accomplished English actress known for her works in Disney’s live-action adaptation of Cinderella, the action thriller Baby Driver, the war drama Darkest Hour, and the musicals Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Yesterday.
Matt Smith and Lily James wearing Burberry at the Burberry February 2018 show during London Fashion Week (Source: Getty Images)
The couple’s relationship quickly became the subject of speculation, with paparazzi frequently photographing them together in public. Their relationship endured for several years. However, rumors of their breakup began circulating in late 2018, with some reports suggesting that the couple had split.
Despite the rumors, they were spotted publicly in early 2019, suggesting they were still together. However, by the end of 2019, it was confirmed that they had officially ended their relationship.
While neither party publicly commented on the split, sources close to the couple indicated that their busy schedules and demanding careers may have contributed to their breakup.
Claire Foy
Claire Foy and Smith had a close friendship beyond their professional work. They were also rumored to be going out with each other.
They have been friends for a long time, and their chemistry on The Crown was palpable, which led to dating rumors. The two have been photographed together outside of work, including having dinner and holding hands while in London.
Matt Smith and Claire Foy attended the 70th Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater in 2018 (Source: Getty Images)
Additionally, Foy greeted Smith with a hug at the LA airport in 2017, indicating a level of intimacy beyond what is typical for coworkers. Their closeness may have also contributed to the end of their respective relationships.
Following the rumors, Foy divorced her husband, Stephen Campbell, and Smith split up with his girlfriend, Lily James, further fueling speculation about their romantic relationship. They had a close bond that suggested a solid personal connection beyond their work as actors, but they were no longer together, even if they were dating.
Foy is best known for her works in The Crown, The Electrical Life of Louis Wain, Unsane, and Vampire Academy.
Emilia Clark
Smith was also rumored to have dated Emilia Clarke. She is best known for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in the hit TV series Game of Thrones.
The two had previously worked together on the 2015 film Terminator Genisys. In 2020, paparazzi spotted them having dinner together, with Clarke dressed in a stylish outfit and Smith looking casual yet chic, according to First Curiosity.
Emilia Clarke and Matt Smith pose in the winners’ room at the EE British Academy Film Awards in 2016 (Source: Getty Images)
This led to speculation that the two were in a romantic relationship, but the rumors quickly died. Despite the lack of confirmation, both actors’ fans were excited about the possibility of being together. However, whether they were dating or just hanging out as friends remains unclear.
Besides her role in Game of Thrones, Clarke is known for her work in Me Before You and Secret Invasion.
Daisy Lowe
Smith and Daisy Lowe started dating in May 2010. Their relationship lasted for almost three years.
The couple split in January 2013. They kept their romance out of the public eye during their relationship and were rarely seen together. However, they were occasionally spotted attending events and red carpets together.
Daisy Lowe and Matt Smith attended the GQ Men Of The Year Awards in 2011 (Source: Getty Images)
In 2014, their relationship made headlines again when intimate photos of the couple were leaked online as part of a larger hacking scandal that affected numerous celebrities. The photos were said to have been taken while the couple was on vacation in Italy in 2012.
Despite the controversy, Smith and Lowe have maintained a relatively amicable relationship and have even been publicly spotted together following their breakup.
Lowe is an English fashion model who has modeled for editorial photo shoots, commercial advertising campaigns, and fashion shows.
Billie Piper
Smith and Billie Piper were reportedly in a brief relationship in 2006. They first met on the set of the BBC series The Ruby in the Smoke.
The duo later worked together on the Secret Diary of a Call Girl show. Although they never publicly confirmed their relationship, they were seen holding hands at a Surrey fete in 2006, sparking rumors of a romance between them.
Matt Smith and Billie Piper attended an after-party celebrating the press night performance of American Psycho in 2013 (Source: Getty Images)
Both actors are known for their roles in the long-running British science fiction series Doctor Who, with Piper playing companion Rose Tyler and Smith playing the Eleventh Doctor. Piper has also worked on projects like Collateral, Eternal Beauty, and Rare Beasts.
Despite their brief romance, they have remained good friends and have praised each other’s work in interviews over the years.
Mayana Moura
Mayana Moura and Smith’s relationship was a short-lived long-distance romance. The couple met each other while they were both on holiday in Brazil.
They started dating soon after, but their relationship faced a significant obstacle as Smith was based in London while Moura was living in New York. Despite the distance, they tried to make their relationship work, but it ultimately failed.
Matt Smith and Mayana Moura were seen on the Streets of London holding hands while walking (Source: Metro UK)
They broke up in the same year they started dating. It is unclear why they decided to end their relationship, but the difficulties of a long-distance relationship could have played a role.
Smith and Moura have kept quiet about their brief romance, and there is no indication that they have remained in contact since their breakup.
Caroline Brady
Smith’s relationship status has always been a topic of interest among his fans and followers. In May 2021, rumors emerged that Smith was dating Caroline Brady.
Brady is a 33-year-old businesswoman and the Vice President of Fundamental Equity Impact at the investment management firm Black Rock.
Caroline Brady and Millie Brady attended the Miu Miu Women’s Tales # 15 Screening in 2018 (Source: Getty Images)
Brady is also the sister of the famous actress Millie Brady, who starred in the popular Netflix series The Queen’s Gambit. Interestingly, Smith starred in the film Last Night in Soho alongside another star of The Queen’s Gambit, Anya Taylor-Joy.
While neither Smith nor Brady confirmed the rumors, their alleged relationship was widely reported in the media. It is unclear whether the two are still together, as there have been no updates regarding their relationship status since the rumors emerged.
