'Fans say they feel represented'
OK! UK|June 10, 2024
Reality star Lady Paris Smith on the importance of being a good role model and giving positive advice
EVE MACDONALD
'Fans say they feel represented'

When OK! sits down for a chat with one of Made In Chelsea's more elusive stars, we weren't sure what to expect from Lady Paris Smith.

But beneath the surface, Paris's heart and passion to help others is clear to see.

The 25-year-old Lady (who said we could call her Paris... "for now") has returned for season 27 of Made In Chelsea, after originally joining in 2020 as the first woman of colour on the show - something she says was so "important" to her.

Over the years, the glamorous cast member has been a favourite among fans and has often found herself at the centre of big storylines. One of those was her relationship with Cillian Hilliard, an Irish student and model, but now she tells us she's "living her best single life".

Aside from reality TV, Paris also certainly has a few impressive accolades under her belt. Not only is she a model who studied at The Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, she also went on to study at the Art Academy in London and completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2018.

Here, the London-born star lifts the lid on her current love life, her passion for fashion, and why she wants to be a good role model...

Hi, Paris! Would you like to be called Paris or Lady Paris?

You can call me Paris... for now [laughs].

How did you get the "Lady" title?

It's a really funny story, actually. A few years ago for my 21st birthday, my best friend Sebastian - who I was living with at the time-bought me a plot of land. We would joke that we were like "Lord and Lady of the manor", so he decided to make me an official lady. It was an amazing present and came with a certificate. Now I'm a Lady of a plot of land in Glencoe, Scotland.

Wow! So what does being a "Lady" mean to you? Are there certain values you uphold?

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