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Paloma Faith
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NamePaloma Faith
CaptionFaith performing in 2014
Birth namePaloma Faith Blomfield
Birth date21 July 1981
Birth placeHackney, London, England
OccupationSinger, songwriter, actress
Years active2006–present
GenreSoul, pop, R&B
LabelEpic, RCA, Sony Music
Associated actsPharrell Williams
Websitepalomafaith.com

Paloma Faith is an English singer, songwriter, and actress known for her retro-inspired musical style and distinctive, theatrical persona. Emerging from the London arts scene, she achieved mainstream success with her 2009 debut album Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?. Her career spans multiple chart-topping albums, acclaimed acting roles in film and television, and a reputation as a vibrant, outspoken figure in British popular culture.

Early life and education

Paloma Faith Blomfield was born in Hackney, London, to an English mother and a Spanish father. She was raised in Stoke Newington and attended Stoke Newington School before studying contemporary dance at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance in Leeds. Faith later moved to pursue a foundation course at the Central Saint Martins college of the University of the Arts London, where she initially focused on choreography and directing. Her eclectic early work included performing as a magician's assistant, a burlesque dancer, and a life model, while also studying for an MA in theatre directing at the Drama Centre London.

Music career

After signing with Epic Records, Faith released her debut album, Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?, in 2009, which was produced by Nellee Hooper and peaked at number nine on the UK Albums Chart. Her breakthrough came with the single "New York" and a supporting slot on Beverley Knight's tour. Her second studio album, Fall to Grace (2012), debuted at number two and was certified double platinum by the BPI, featuring the hit "Picking Up the Pieces". Subsequent albums A Perfect Contradiction (2014), which included the Pharrell Williams-produced single "Can't Rely on You", and The Architect (2017) both reached number one in the United Kingdom. She has received multiple nominations for prestigious awards including the Brit Awards and the Mercury Prize.

Acting career

Parallel to her music, Faith has built a significant acting career. Her early film roles include appearances in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) directed by Terry Gilliam, and Dread (2009). On television, she played a recurring role in the final series of the BBC drama The Syndicate and starred as Bet Sykes in the DC Comics series Pennyworth. She has also served as a coach on the ITV talent show The Voice UK and presented the documentary series Paloma Faith: As I Am for Sky Atlantic.

Artistry and public image

Faith's artistry is characterized by a fusion of classic soul music, pop music, and R&B, often compared to vocalists like Dusty Springfield and Amy Winehouse. Her visual aesthetic and music videos are noted for their vintage glamour, bold fashion, and theatricality, influenced by figures such as Marlene Dietrich. An outspoken advocate on social issues, she has been a vocal supporter of the Labour Party, LGBT rights, and feminism, often incorporating these themes into her work, such as on her album The Architect which featured a spoken-word contribution from Owen Jones.

Personal life

Faith gave birth to her first child in 2016. She has been open about the challenges of motherhood and her experiences with postnatal depression. In 2020, she announced the birth of her second child. She has been in a long-term relationship with artist Leyman Lahcine. Faith is also known for her interest in psychology, having studied the subject, and is a patron of the charity Kids Company before its closure.

Discography and filmography

Her discography includes the studio albums Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful? (2009), Fall to Grace (2012), A Perfect Contradiction (2014), The Architect (2017), and Infinite Things (2020). Notable film appearances include The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) and A Run for Your Money (2012), while her television work features The Syndicate (2015), Pennyworth (2019–2022), and her role as a coach on The Voice UK (2016–2017).

Category:English pop singers Category:English soul singers Category:21st-century English actresses