Sam Smith flashes chest in extravagant gown for show-stopping BBC Proms 2024 performance
Sam Smith put on a show-stopping display as they performed their highly-anticipated set at the BBC Proms 2024 at the Royal Albert Hall.
Sam Smith put controversy to bed as they took to the Royal Albert Hall stage for their highly-anticipated BBC Proms performance with the BBC Concert Orchestra.
The singer, 32, had prompted questions about whether their act would be "appropriate" for the festival, given their penchant for racy outfits and sexualised performances.
However, on Friday night Sam headlined the concert wearing a custom-made Vivienne Westwood gown made by Andreas Kronthaler. The show-stopping red dress featured an asymmetric neckline, billowing skirt and matching red gloves.
During the show, Sam addressed the controversy head-on, telling the audience: "Don’t worry, I’m not going to get my bum out. The clothes are staying on. This is an appropriate show. Even I know there’s a time and a place.”
The set list saw Sam deliver his biggest hits, including Unholy, Lay Me Down, Latch and James Bond theme Writing's On The Wall.
The show was broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 and will be shown on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
Sam wore a custom Vivienne Westwood gown made by Andreas Kronthaler.
(Image: BBC/Andy Paradise)Sam Smith's show-stopping look was completed by velour red gloves.
(Image: BBC/Andy Paradise)Sam performed with the BBC Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall.
(Image: BBC/Andy Paradise)Sam Smith introduced several guests to the BBC Proms including their early singing teacher Joanna Eden and jazz star Clare Teal.
(Image: BBC/Andy Paradise)