Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, better known simply as Adele, has emerged as one of the music industry's most powerful and captivating voices. Her extraordinary career has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. Before the world became familiar with Adele's captivating voice, the young artist began her musical career in bars and clubs in London.
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The world superstar's debut
Her debut album, 19, was released in 2008 to critical and commercial acclaim. The success of 19 was followed by a flurry of awards, including the highly prestigious Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2009. With her second album, 21, released in 2011, Adele transcended expectations and left an indelible mark on music history. Through iconic tracks such as Rolling in the Deep and Someone Like You, the album captured the hearts of audiences the world over. Not only did 21 dominate the charts, it also earned Adele six Grammy Awards, setting a new industry standard.
After a well-deserved break, Adele returned with a bang with her third album, 25, in 2015. Backed by singles such as Hello and When We Were Young, the album continued to write Adele's story. 25 was a global phenomenon, breaking sales records and confirming her position as a global music icon. Adele, though very much a part of the international music scene, has always been very private about her private life.
Her private life
The British singer was married to businessman Simon Konecki. Together, they had a son, Angelo, born in 2012. Together since2016, the couple separated in 2019. Following her divorce, the superstar made official her relationship with American agent Rich Paul, in 2021.
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US Weekly: Adele’s Amazing Body and Style Transformation Through the Years
Hollywood Life: Adele Then & Now: See Photos of the ‘Easy on Me’ Singer’s Glamorous Transformation
