Ed Sheeran announces new Disney+ documentary series ‘The Sum Of It All’

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Ed Sheeran and Disney+ have announced a new documentary series focused on the singer called Ed Sheeran: The Sum Of It All.The four-part series, which launches globally in its entirety on the platform on May 3, will see the star open the doors to “a definitive and searingly honest view into his private life as he explores the universal themes that inspire his music”.Focusing on Sheeran’s recent struggles, as well as his rise to fame and the creation of some of his biggest hits, the documentary will be released two days ahead of his new album ‘-‘ (‘Subtract’).Watch a trailer below:According to the description, the series “follows Ed after he learns of life-changing news and reveals his hardships and triumphs during the most challenging period of his life.“Blending exclusive, never-before-seen personal archive, present-day actuality, authentic interviews with his wife and loved ones, and intimate performances in cinematic locations, the series widens the lens to unearth what Sheeran thinks of the world, of himself and his music, as well as showcases a decade of hits enjoyed by subscribers around the world.”The trailer touches upon some of the hardships the singer has faced recently, including the loss of early champion Jamal Edwards, as well as his wife Cherry Seaborn being diagnosed with a tumour while pregnant.Sheeran said of the series: “I’ve always been very guarded in my personal and private life; the only documentary I’ve ever made has been one that focused on my songwriting.“Disney approached me to make a four-part documentary, and it felt like the right time to open the door and let people in.