Adele’s ‘Husband’ Responds to Questions of Whether They Are Married, Says He’s ‘Happy’ & ‘In a Good Space’
- Adele confirmed she is dating sports agent Rich Paul after her divorce in 2021.
- Sources said the two were perfect for each other and destined to be together for a long time.
- Adele recently sparked rumors that she and Rich are married. Rich spoke out their relationship.
Adele attends the basketball game between Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, California on April 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Adele is a talented singer whose emotional songs have made her a global figure. The actress, whose love life has also recently made her a hot topic, is dating Rich Paul, a sports agent. The two were first spotted in public in July 2021.
Prior to this relationship, the singer was married to Simon Konecki, with whom she has a son, Angelo, born in October 2012. Simon and Adele separated in April 2019 after seven years together. Their divorce was finalized in early 2021.
Adele and Rich Paul attend a game between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles on October 19, 2021| Source: Getty Images
Adele admitted being divorced and taking the role of a single parent wasn't really the plan she had for her life, but unfortunately, it happened. Now, Adele has moved on with Rich. When the two were first spotted together in July 2021, they were attending Game 5 of the NBA finals.
Adele and Rich Paul attend a game between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles on October 19, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
However, a source said the two started dating months before they were first seen as a couple at the game. Two months after the game, Adele and Rich went Instagram-official when the singer shared a picture of them dressed up to attend the wedding of Marlen P. and Anthony Davis.
A source said Adele and Rich valued and complemented each other such that it was difficult to imagine they wouldn't be together for a really long time. "She feels like she hit the jackpot," the insider said.
Adele and Rich Paul attend the NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, Ohio on February 20, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
According to another source, Adele and Rich's relationship remained a secret for a long time because the two have often socialized within the same circle. The two Rich hung out with the same people, so they didn't have to introduce each other, which made it difficult for people to know they were dating.
When a woman in the audience asked her if she would marry her, the singer said she couldn't because she was straight.
Rich Paul and Adele attend Game Two of the NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Dallas Mavericks in San Francisco, California on May 20, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
The insider noted that Adele was really happy with her boyfriend. Adele also spoke about her relationship with Rich, disclosing that they were friends before they started dating in 2021. She admitted that Rich was always there for her; she just hadn't spotted him.
Adele and Rich Paul attend the basketball game between Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, California on April 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Adele said she met Rich a few years back at a party. He was dancing while other guys just sat around, and she found him really funny. The singer said she felt safe around Rich and there was no second-guessing as they both knew exactly what they wanted.
Rich Paul and Adele attend Game Two of the NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Dallas Mavericks in San Francisco, California on May 20, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
Adele also explained that she didn't mean to go public when she attended the game with Rich, but she wanted to go with her boyfriend because she loved being around him. However, the two discussed what they would say when people saw them together, and they just agreed on saying she was an athlete and he was her agent.
Adele attends the basketball game between Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, California on April 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Adele and Rich's relationship sparked lots of reactions when the two went public. Today, the outgoing singer loves talking about him and giving details about their relationship. She recently stirred fans' curiosity after referring to Rich as her husband.
Adele's ring detail as she attends The BRIT Awards 2022 in London, England on February 08, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
Adele Suggests She Is Married to Rich
Adele suggested she was a married woman again during a chat with her fans at her residence show in Las Vegas. The singer admitted that she didn't know what American football was about as she grew up in a country that has soccer.
Adele and Rich Paul during the NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, Ohio on February 20, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
However, she said she was trying to understand American football because Rich is a fan of the sport. She added that she is "not the greatest wife when it comes to football," a statement that has sparked rumors that she could be married to Rich.
Adele during the 65th GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 05, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
A couple of weeks before this incident, Adele referred to Rich as her husband during a concert in Las Vegas, as seen on a TikTok clip. When a woman in the audience asked her if she would marry her, the singer said she couldn't because she was straight. She then added, "My husband is here tonight."
Adele and Rich Paul attend the basketball game between Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, California on April 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Just recently, Rich was a guest at "CBS Mornings," and the host, Gayle King, asked him to clarify Adele's statement. However, the sports agent wasn't direct with his response, as he didn't confirm or deny whether he and Adele were married.
Rich Paul attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Utah Jazz in Los Angeles, California on April 09, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Gayle asked if she could call Adele "Mrs Paul" the next time she saw her, but Rich only said King could call Adele whatever she wanted. However, he admitted that he was "happy" and that he and Adele were "in a good space" and were "great for each other."
Rich Paul and Adele attend the 65th GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 05, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Adele and Rich are yet to confirm if they are married, but they have been open about their love for each other and how perfect their relationship is for them.