Emeli Sandé celebrates ‘new beginning’ as she reveals partner after coming out: ‘I’ve struggled for a long time to accept myself as I am’

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Emeli Sandé is celebrating being able to live her truth after finding love with a woman.The singer, 35, came out earlier this week, saying she feels ‘happier than ever’ in her new relationship.The My Kind Of Love songstress was previously married to marine biologist Adam Gouraguine, whom she split from after two years of marriage.Emeli has now revealed the identity of her new love, who is a classical pianist she fell for when learning about classical music.Taking to Twitter to express her gratitude for the warm reception to her coming out, Emeli posted a selfie with ‘soul mate’ Yoana.The sweet snap shows the couple with beaming smiles on their faces as Yoana wraps a protective arm around the musician, cuddling up.Writing a lengthy statement alongside the tweet, Emeli began by detailing her struggles in coming out: ‘It’s taken me many years to find the strength to be myself.

I’ve struggled for a long time to accept myself as I am.’‘I’m so lucky to have found my soul mate Yoana, she’s such an extraordinary woman!

Falling in love with her has given me the strength I needed,’ she continued lovingly.The Clown singer added that it ‘feels so good to be in love’ and she is ‘happier than ever.’‘I’m deeply touched by all your messages of love and support.

Thank you so much for your acceptance and kind wishes,’ she shared.‘Feels like a huge weight has been lifted, here’s to a new beginning in truth an happiness,’ Emeli concluded, followed by a series of emoji, including a Pride flag.Fans were quick to shower her with love in the comments, especially members of the LGBTQ+ community who wanted to welcome her ‘to the family.’‘You are phenomenal, beautiful, and talented.