Fans are eager to know all about Billy Porter’s ex-husband and the history of their relationship. The Broadway star is no stranger to the spotlight, having starred in notable productions such as Kinky Boots, Grease, and more. Besides theatre, he had also appeared in several acclaimed movies and television shows including Cinderella, Pose, and Gossip Girl among others.
Here’s everything we know about Billy Porter’s ex-husband, how they met and more.
Who was Billy Porter married to?
Billy Porter was married to Adam Porter-Smith.
After six years of marriage, the former couple confirmed in 2023 that they have separated. Porter-Smith and Porter had been together for over a decade.
What is Adam Porter-Smith’s job?
Adam Porter-Smith currently serves as the creative director of The Smith Society.
According to its official Instagram page, The Smith Society is a clothing brand that designs “swimwear for social settings.” The brand first opened its gates in August 2022, and received a special shoutout from Porter, who congratulated his husband on the successful launch.
Speaking with Women’s Wear Daily, Porter-Smith shed light on his inspiration behind creating the brand. “I’ve always been inspired by 1920s, ’30s and ’40s swimwear. My design aesthetic was emboldened as I watched gay culture and beyond embrace silhouettes and new ideas around what we wear and the tone it sets in a new and more open world of fashion,” he explained.
Prior to launching his own clothing line, Porter-Smith used to work as a sales professional for several notable organizations such as Chanel and Jil Sander Eyewear. He also briefly served as the co-owner of the eyewear company Native Ken from 2016 to 2018.
Billy and Adam Porter-Smith’s relationship history
Billy Porter first met Adam Porter-Smith at a dinner party of their mutual friend in February 2009. The Broadway star was instantly mesmerized by Smith and decided to sit next to him at dinner. Following this romantic interaction, the pair soon started dating. However, the couple broke up in 2010. Addressing the split, Porter told People that their relationship had “imploded.”
After 5 years of separation, the couple decided to work things out and reconcile. Porter revealed that they officially got back together on Adam’s birthday in 2015. Before long, Porter popped the big question to Adam, and the pair got engaged in London on December 29, 2016. The couple finally tied the knot on January 14, 2017. Since then, they had attended several red carpet events together.
Despite sharing such an adorable love story, the couple decided to call it quits in 2023. The news of their bittersweet separation was confirmed by Porter’s rep Simon Halls. He made an official statement to People saying, “Billy Porter and his husband Adam Smith have made the sad decision to end their marriage after six years…The decision was an amicable and mutual one and was made after much consideration. They continue to love and support each other as they embark on this next chapter.”
