SAM Smith might be crying during lockdown but they're laughing all the way to the bank with £10 million in cash in their coffers.
The global superstar - who goes by the pronouns they/them - has drawn criticism for weeping in their London mansion as key NHS workers lose their lives fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
But the balance sheets for firms that handle cash from his recordings and live performances should give them something to smile about.
Latest books for Sam Smith World Ltd show it has £7.1 million in cash in its company account – up from £2.7 million. And SSW Live Ltd has £3.3 million available in readies.