Joss Stone (born Joscelyn Eve Stoker, April 11, 1987, in Dover, England) is a British singer, songwriter, and actress known for her distinctive soul voice, emotional depth, and genre versatility. She entered the music world as a teenager and broke through at just sixteen with her debut album The Soul Sessions (2003), a collection of classic soul covers. The album brought her global recognition and established her as one of the most promising artists of her generation.
Her second album, Mind Body & Soul (2004), topped the UK charts and included the hit single You Had Me. She went on to release a diverse discography, including Introducing Joss Stone (2007), Colour Me Free! (2009), LP1 (2011), The Soul Sessions Vol. 2 (2012), Water for Your Soul (2015), Never Forget My Love (2022), and the Christmas album Merry Christmas, Love (2022).
Blending soul, R&B, reggae, and world music, Stone has sold over 15 million albums worldwide. In addition to her music career, she has also made a name for herself as an actress, notably playing Anne of Cleves in the historical TV series The Tudors.
In 2023, she marked the 20th anniversary of her career with the 20 Years of Soul tour, and in 2024, she began a new chapter with the Ellipsis tour, reflecting her artistic evolution and personal maturity.
In her personal life, she is married to American musician and military man Cody DaLuz, with whom she has three children – including their recently adopted son, Bear.
