Adele has rekindled romance with Rich Paul. The acclaimed singer and sports agent first went public with their relationship in the summer of 2021.
Since then, they have attended several NBA games together, and Adele has mentioned Paul in various interviews.
Recently, the couple ignited marriage speculation when Adele referred to Paul as her “husband” during an interaction with a fan at her Las Vegas residency.
July 2021: Adele and Rich Paul Stir Romance Rumors started. Adele and Rich Paul made their first public appearance together during the NBA Finals, where they were seen watching the game between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns.
Soon after, a source confirmed that they had been dating for “a few months.” ESPN’s Brian Windhorst also verified their relationship on The Lowe Post, mentioning that Paul had brought “his girlfriend to the game to sit next to LeBron.”
In September 2021, Adele attended the wedding of NBA star Anthony Davis and Marlen P in Los Angeles with Paul. Following the event, Adele shared a series of photos on Instagram, including one of herself and Paul together in a photo booth. Although she didn’t tag Paul, she included a red heart in the caption.
In interviews with Vogue and British Vogue for their November 2021 issues, Adele opened up about her relationship with Paul. She described meeting him at a party a few years prior and mentioned, while “a bit drunk,” jokingly asking him if he wanted to sign her as an athlete.
Adele praised Paul’s humor and intelligence, saying, “He’s great. He’s so f—ing funny. He’s so smart, you know.”
The couple was seen courtside at the NBA season opener, where the Golden State Warriors played against the Los Angeles Lakers.
After recording An Audience with Adele at the London Palladium, marking her first U.K. performance in four years, Adele and Paul were seen leaving together in a car.
In her CBS special on November 14, 2021, Adele One Night Only, Adele praised Paul’s humor and intelligence, calling him “hilarious” and “very smart.” She also mentioned that this relationship has been the first time she has truly felt secure and open to love, both romantically and otherwise.
The couple was seen enjoying a basketball game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Lakers, appearing very affectionate and playful.
As Adele teased her upcoming BRIT Awards performance on Instagram, she seemed to address breakup rumors, writing, “Rich sends his love” to confirm their relationship status.
At the BRIT Awards, Adele was spotted wearing a diamond ring on her ring finger, leading to engagement rumors.
During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Adele was asked about the diamond ring. She played coy, saying, “As if I would ever tell anyone if I was or wasn’t,” but acknowledged the beauty of the ring.
The couple was photographed sitting courtside and holding hands at the NBA All-Star Game, continuing to fuel engagement speculation.
After her birthday on May 5, 2022, Adele posted several sweet photos with Paul on Instagram, captioned, “Time flies,” with one photo featuring a fortune cookie message, “You have found good company — enjoy.”
Adele and Paul were seen courtside at Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, smiling and laughing together while watching the Golden State Warriors vs. the Dallas Mavericks.
In an interview with E! News, Paul hinted at the possibility of having more children, reflecting on his past experiences as a younger father and looking forward to a more patient approach as an older dad.
The couple was seen dining at Mother Wolf in L.A. A source noted Adele seemed happy, leaning into Paul, and the pair were later joined by a friend before leaving through a back exit.
Adele and Paul were among the notable guests at Kevin Love and Kate Bock’s wedding at the New York City Public Library.
The couple enjoyed a vacation in Porto Cervo, Italy, where they were seen relaxing on a yacht with friends.
In ELLE magazine’s September 2022 issue, Adele described her love for Paul, saying, “I’ve never been in love like this. I’m obsessed with him.” She also expressed a desire for more children and hinted at her current focus on her Las Vegas residency.
Adele and Paul attended an Audemars Piguet event in L.A. with Kevin Hart and his wife Eniko. Hart shared a photo of the group on Instagram, highlighting their enjoyment of the evening.
During a live stream for her “I Drink Wine” music video, Adele mentioned making special time for Paul, noting her excitement about the NBA season and her love for basketball.
Adele celebrated Paul’s 41st birthday during her Las Vegas concert, taking a moment to sing “Happy Birthday” to him while he was in the audience.
Adele and Paul made a rare public appearance together at the 2023 Grammy Awards, where Adele won best pop solo performance for “Easy on Me.” They did not walk the red carpet but posed for photos inside the event.
The couple was seen courtside at the NBA Playoffs game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Memphis Grizzlies. Adele supported Paul by wearing a matching sweatsuit from Klutch Athletics, his sportswear brand.
During her Las Vegas residency in September, Adele referred to Paul as her “husband” during a fan interaction, sparking marriage rumors. In response to a fan’s suggestion, Adele jokingly said, “No, I don’t want to try. I’m with Rich. You’re crazy, leave me alone.”
Paul talked about his memoir, Lucky Me: A Memoir of Changing the Odds, revealing that the book’s exploration of his challenging childhood and family trauma was emotionally significant for Adele. He noted that the memoir’s content deeply resonated with her.
Paul celebrated his 43rd birthday at The Classic Cat in Los Angeles. He shared photos from the party on Instagram, including one of himself and Adele in front of a graffiti-style backdrop.
A source reported that Adele and Paul’s relationship is “solid,” with another insider telling that the couple “inspire each other.”
Adele was seen wearing a large, pear-shaped diamond ring while out with Paul in London, fueling further speculation about their relationship.
