Leona Lewis
Birthday: 3 April 1985, Islington, London, England, UK
Birth Name: Leona Louise Lewis
Height: 170 cm
Leona Lewis was born on April 3, 1985 in Islington, London, England as Leona Louise Lewis.
The part of London where I grew up has the highest crime rates in the country.
The part of London where I grew up has the highest crime rates in the country.
I think it's really hard being in a boy band. There's a lot of dynamics.
I think it's really hard being in a boy band. There's a lot of dynamics.
I love nature and enjoy learning new skills.
I love nature and enjoy learning new skills.
At the end of the day, you should take every opportunity that comes your way.
At the end of the day, you should take every opportunity that comes your way.
Obviously, a long-distance relationship is hard. But, like anything worth having, you make it work.
Obviously, a long-distance relationship is hard. But, like anything worth having, you make it work.
I'll never go against my morals.
I'll never go against my morals.
I don't think I have the right to give someone advice when I don't know them.
I don't think I have the right to give someone advice when I don't know them.
When I was really little I would sit in the back of my dad's car when he'd be playing old-school mus Show more
When I was really little I would sit in the back of my dad's car when he'd be playing old-school music. He'd turn down the music and turn around and I'd be singing and know all of the words but I didn't even know how to talk. From then on I've always wanted to be a singer. Hide
A lot of people can have a lot of different influences, everyone can be compared in some way to some Show more
A lot of people can have a lot of different influences, everyone can be compared in some way to someone whether they are from 60 years ago or more recent. Hide
I get such lovely gifts from fans... amazing pictures, handmade jewellery. I'm very lucky!
I get such lovely gifts from fans... amazing pictures, handmade jewellery. I'm very lucky!
Sometimes I think I want to get 'hair and make up' every day, but that's just not possible.
Sometimes I think I want to get 'hair and make up' every day, but that's just not possible.
For me, love is happiness and inspiration.
For me, love is happiness and inspiration.
Every performer wants to sing live. That's what I live for.
Every performer wants to sing live. That's what I live for.
I'm living my dream.
I'm living my dream.
Oh my gosh! I can't tell you the number of times people have put autotune on my voice, and I'm like, Show more
Oh my gosh! I can't tell you the number of times people have put autotune on my voice, and I'm like, 'Please take it off!' You don't even sound human; it makes you sound like a robot! Hide
If I can inspire people by showing that following a dream by working hard and being determined is po Show more
If I can inspire people by showing that following a dream by working hard and being determined is possible, it's amazing. Hide
There are so many songs I've recorded, only to hear other people singing them. It happens all the ti Show more
There are so many songs I've recorded, only to hear other people singing them. It happens all the time. Hide
I'd love to be on 'Glee.' I'd love to play a rebel. Be a real biker chick in leather and covered in Show more
I'd love to be on 'Glee.' I'd love to play a rebel. Be a real biker chick in leather and covered in tattoos. Hide
A part of me feels like I was an animal in my past life that wasn't treated very nicely.
A part of me feels like I was an animal in my past life that wasn't treated very nicely.
All my friends I've known since I was really little.
All my friends I've known since I was really little.
I've always been conscious of my weight.
I've always been conscious of my weight.
I want all of my songs to do well whether I've written them or not.
I want all of my songs to do well whether I've written them or not.
Music TV in the U.K. is disappearing. 'Top Of The Pops,' 'CD:UK' and shows like that have gone, and Show more
Music TV in the U.K. is disappearing. 'Top Of The Pops,' 'CD:UK' and shows like that have gone, and it's bringing down the music industry. We should do as much as we can to keep our music TV and producers need to be more willing to accommodate live music. Hide
I don't like going out where it's really, really crowded.
I don't like going out where it's really, really crowded.
I don't hate L.A. There's a very beautiful side to it; it's scenic, and I can go horse riding.
I don't hate L.A. There's a very beautiful side to it; it's scenic, and I can go horse riding.
I was the only one at stage school who wasn't white.
I was the only one at stage school who wasn't white.
I love music but, of course, I'd choose love over that.
I love music but, of course, I'd choose love over that.
I try not to diet because it never really works for me, if I tell myself I can't eat something then Show more
I try not to diet because it never really works for me, if I tell myself I can't eat something then I tend to want to eat everything in sight. Hide
I'm not a loud, extravagant person; I'm never going to be that and, to be honest, I don't want to be Show more
I'm not a loud, extravagant person; I'm never going to be that and, to be honest, I don't want to be like that. Hide
The most important thing to me is to give something back to my parents, because they've done so much Show more
The most important thing to me is to give something back to my parents, because they've done so much for me throughout my life. Hide
People write music, and the music is out there for people to interpret it how they want to.
People write music, and the music is out there for people to interpret it how they want to.
I don't get involved in record label politics.
I don't get involved in record label politics.
I think it's always important to be vigilant of what you're doing and aware of your surroundings.
I think it's always important to be vigilant of what you're doing and aware of your surroundings.
I have my best ideas when I am alone.
I have my best ideas when I am alone.
I definitely keep myself secret.
I definitely keep myself secret.
I believe I could have had a career in the music industry without 'X Factor,' but it was an amazing Show more
I believe I could have had a career in the music industry without 'X Factor,' but it was an amazing platform that propelled me to where I am now. Hide
I'm not annoying in relationships! I'm great!
I'm not annoying in relationships! I'm great!
Working with other artists and sharing your passions is great.
Working with other artists and sharing your passions is great.
I usually dream of melodies. When I wake up I have them in my head. I usually come up with things in Show more
I usually dream of melodies. When I wake up I have them in my head. I usually come up with things in the middle of the night because that's when my mind is the quietest. I always have my tape recorder, pen and pad by my bed just in case. Hide
David Bowie is such a big influence to me. Everything about him as a person is intriguing to me.
David Bowie is such a big influence to me. Everything about him as a person is intriguing to me.
I hate having my hair cut so I try not to.
I hate having my hair cut so I try not to.
I love horseback riding. I still do it.
I love horseback riding. I still do it.
I'm really not that confident!
I'm really not that confident!
I don't have many famous friends, really, except Simon Cowell.
I don't have many famous friends, really, except Simon Cowell.
I call myself a vegetarian with vegan tendencies.
I call myself a vegetarian with vegan tendencies.
I really love getting hot stone massages. They really help me relax and it's so soothing for your mu Show more
I really love getting hot stone massages. They really help me relax and it's so soothing for your muscles. Hide
I'd date someone younger or older; age doesn't matter to me. Or looks, really - it's all about matur Show more
I'd date someone younger or older; age doesn't matter to me. Or looks, really - it's all about maturity. Hide
I'd love to do a film like 'Chicago.' Something musical because I've obviously come from that backgr Show more
I'd love to do a film like 'Chicago.' Something musical because I've obviously come from that background. Hide
Kids need somewhere to go, so they're not bored on the street.
Kids need somewhere to go, so they're not bored on the street.
I'm quite curvy and I just try and exercise whenever I can. I don't do anything hardcore as I'm just Show more
I'm quite curvy and I just try and exercise whenever I can. I don't do anything hardcore as I'm just not that dedicated. Hide
I do love a bit of fashion. I grew up around a lot of it as my mum and dad had clothing stores so my Show more
I do love a bit of fashion. I grew up around a lot of it as my mum and dad had clothing stores so my mum was always designing a lot, and I definitely had that as an influence. Hide
Love is a very powerful emotion and when a break-up is unexpected, it's very hard to get over.
Love is a very powerful emotion and when a break-up is unexpected, it's very hard to get over.
I'm glad I was never in a band.
I'm glad I was never in a band.
I am definitely an individual.
I am definitely an individual.
I don't really read the tabloids, and you never know if what's being printed is true or not.
I don't really read the tabloids, and you never know if what's being printed is true or not.
It takes me a while to come out of myself and get to know people.
It takes me a while to come out of myself and get to know people.
Unless the radio is on, I am usually listening to stuff that is very different to what I do.
Unless the radio is on, I am usually listening to stuff that is very different to what I do.
I am, and always will be, proud to be a Hackney girl.
I am, and always will be, proud to be a Hackney girl.
I love a beautiful gown on stage, and luckily I've been fortunate to wear some amazing dresses.
I love a beautiful gown on stage, and luckily I've been fortunate to wear some amazing dresses.
I never dress to shock.
I never dress to shock.
People don't really know me at all.
People don't really know me at all.
I think when people see that you are shy, or even just calm, collected and reserved, they think you Show more
I think when people see that you are shy, or even just calm, collected and reserved, they think you can be pushed around, made to do everything they want - but that's definitely not true of me. The people closest to me know that's not the case. They know I'm not a pushover. Hide
I suffer from arachnophobia. I don't mind the tiny spiders so much, it's the ones with their legs co Show more
I suffer from arachnophobia. I don't mind the tiny spiders so much, it's the ones with their legs covered in thick hair. Hide
I'm very sensitive and I'm quite a soft person, and I cry a lot when things upset me.
I'm very sensitive and I'm quite a soft person, and I cry a lot when things upset me.
It takes bravery to end a relationship.
It takes bravery to end a relationship.
I like someone who can take the reins, who knows what they want and is strong with me.
I like someone who can take the reins, who knows what they want and is strong with me.
People will always show their true selves in the end.
People will always show their true selves in the end.
I feel like I've lived quite a sheltered life, like my mom and dad were quite protective of me.
I feel like I've lived quite a sheltered life, like my mom and dad were quite protective of me.
I don't mind letting people in a little bit, but I have learned from the past not to talk too much a Show more
I don't mind letting people in a little bit, but I have learned from the past not to talk too much about my relationships and to keep things as private as possible. Hide
My dad is such a good man. You know how when you are a child you think your dad is invincible? Well, Show more
My dad is such a good man. You know how when you are a child you think your dad is invincible? Well, I still think that - he is so wise and everything I do I ask my dad's advice about first. Hide
Usually when I see someone famous, for some reason, I think I know them.
Usually when I see someone famous, for some reason, I think I know them.
I know how to look after myself.
I know how to look after myself.
I get road rage. I can't drive because I cuss people out.
I get road rage. I can't drive because I cuss people out.
I trust every single person around me, and if I feel even a whiff of uncertainty I won't have that p Show more
I trust every single person around me, and if I feel even a whiff of uncertainty I won't have that person around me. Hide
I would love to sing opera.
I would love to sing opera.
I'm totally against animal cruelty. I don't have clothes, shoes or bags made from any animal product Show more
I'm totally against animal cruelty. I don't have clothes, shoes or bags made from any animal products. Hide
I am a whole lot of trouble.
I am a whole lot of trouble.
I'm very strong creatively, in my music.
I'm very strong creatively, in my music.
I can't remember who told me but I was advised early on not to Google myself or read things about my Show more
I can't remember who told me but I was advised early on not to Google myself or read things about myself... I don't read a lot but get the gist of what's been said from friends and family. It's good to avoid it if you want to be normal person. Hide
Animal testing is needless, especially in cosmetics.
Animal testing is needless, especially in cosmetics.
My private life is the most precious thing to me.
My private life is the most precious thing to me.
I love Thandie Newton. I love her fashion sense as she is just really classic.
I love Thandie Newton. I love her fashion sense as she is just really classic.
My mum is my best friend.
My mum is my best friend.
I would like to be a positive force for young girls.
I would like to be a positive force for young girls.
Overall, I'm quite good with how I spend my cashola.
Overall, I'm quite good with how I spend my cashola.
In my life, I've dealt with tragedy.
In my life, I've dealt with tragedy.
My parents have always done what they've loved, and they've had many different careers.
My parents have always done what they've loved, and they've had many different careers.
I could hang with horses all day.
I could hang with horses all day.
Fear and pain and suffering is not OK for any being to feel intentionally at the hands of us.
Fear and pain and suffering is not OK for any being to feel intentionally at the hands of us.
I've still kind of maintained a low profile but people still kind of recognize you and will come up Show more
I've still kind of maintained a low profile but people still kind of recognize you and will come up to you, and that's taken a bit of getting used to. Hide
I'm a positive person, and I try to look at the good side of everything.
I'm a positive person, and I try to look at the good side of everything.
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