Sheridan Smith Discusses Love Life After Son Inquires About a ‘Boyfriend’

Sheridan Smith appeared on ITV’s This Morning on April 16, 2026. She was 44 at the time of the interview. Presenters Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley hosted the segment.

New BBC thriller

Smith was on the show to promote The Cage. The BBC One drama is due to air on April 26, 2026.

She plays Leanne, who plans to steal from a local casino. Co-star Michael Socha plays her colleague Matty. The series is written by Tony Schumacher and involved filming in Australia.

Questions about her personal life

Ben Shephard asked about Smith’s love life during the interview. He referenced 2026 as a big year and mentioned Australia.

On air, Sheridan Smith discusses love life and revealed her son inquires about a ‘boyfriend’. She said her son is the centre of her world. He has even asked if she will get a boyfriend.

Smith added she might try to “manifest” a new relationship while working in Australia.

Past relationships and recent events

Reports note a turbulent romantic history for the actress. They include a relationship with a Gavin and Stacey co-star and a romance with a Hollyoaks actor.

She was also engaged, but that engagement was later called off. One former partner, whom she dated a few years ago, died last year at age 39.

Smith briefly dated celebrity stylist Graham Nation in 2017. She once called him her “dream man.” After their split, he moved out of her London home. A source told Filmogaz.com that there was no animosity and he remained supportive, though she felt lonely.

This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV. Filmogaz.com covered the interview and related reporting.