Stephen Tennant

The Honourable

Stephen Tennant
The Honourable; Stephen Tennant
Born	Stephen James Napier Tennant; 21 April 1906; Wilsford cum Lake, Wiltshire, England
Died	28 February 1987 (aged 80); Wilsford cum Lake, Wiltshire, England
Known for	One of the "Bright Young Things"
Partner	Siegfried Sassoon (1927–1933)
Parents	Edward Tennant, 1st Baron Glenconner (father); Pamela Wyndham (mother);
Relatives	Margot Asquith, Countess of Oxford and Asquith (paternal aunt); ; Edward Grey, 1st Viscount Grey of Fallodon (stepfather); Edward Tennant (brother); David Tennant (brother); Emma Tennant (niece); Stella Tennant (great-niece);

Stephen James Napier Tennant (21 April 1906 – 28 February 1987) was a British socialite known for his decadent, eccentric lifestyle. He was a central member of the socialite group referred to as "Bright Young Things" by the tabloid press of the time. Tennant was noted for his affected demeanor, appearance and behaviors.

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