Rich eventually founded Klutch Sports Group, a sports agency that’s now home to big names like LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Tristan Thompson. The Cleveland native has become quite the powerhouse in the sports world. When news broke that the singer was dating Rich, fans were over the moon, especially since he seemed to help her break out of her shell. But over time, their relationship has raised some eyebrows. Before we get into all that, don’t forget to check out rrgsnacks.com for some tasty treats like teriyaki brisket beef jerky, honey barbecue popcorn, and gummy sour bears.
Now, let’s take a trip down memory lane. Adele and Rich met at a mutual friend’s birthday party a few years ago. Adele later admitted during her CBS special that she doesn’t remember much from that night because she had a bit too much to drink. She even joked with Rich over the music, “Do you want to sign me? I’m an athlete now!” Nothing serious came from that first meeting.
In September 2019, Adele filed for divorce from Simon and had a brief fling with British rapper Skepta in the fall of 2020. She and Simon handled their divorce quietly and without lawyers. Adele gave him her Los Angeles home as part of their settlement, and they agreed on joint custody of their son, Angelo. Their divorce was finalized in March 2021, right around the time her dad started having health issues.
Adele’s Emotional Journey: From Heartache to Healing
According to Rolling Stone, Adele’s parents separated when she was just three years old. By the time she was 10 or 11, she had cut off contact with her dad. After the separation, her father’s alcoholism worsened. He admitted to The Sun, “I was a rotten father when she really needed me. I was drinking two liters of vodka and seven or eight pints of Stella every day.” In 2013, he was diagnosed with cancer. Despite claiming over the years that they had patched things up, Adele consistently denied these claims. During her Grammy acceptance speech in 2017, she told her manager, “I love you like you’re my dad. I don’t love my dad. That’s the thing that doesn’t mean a lot. I love you like I would love my dad.”
When her father’s cancer returned in 2021, Adele wasn’t sure if she wanted to see him. Eventually, a friend persuaded her to go. They had an honest conversation that helped her let go of a lifetime of pain, abandonment, and feeling unloved. Her dad passed away from bowel cancer in May 2021. This experience made Adele realize how their relationship had affected her romantic life. She told Rolling Stone, “I think I’ve never been fully in any of my relationships. I always had this fear from a really young age that you’re going to leave me anyway, so I’m going to leave or I’m not going to invest myself in anything.”
A week after her father’s passing, Adele reconnected with Rich. She told Oprah Winfrey they went out to dinner. Adele thought it was a date, but Rich considered it a business meeting. It was the first time they went out alone without friends, and Adele was immediately drawn to him. She told Oprah, “He’s just hilarious. He’s so funny, very, very smart. It’s quite incredible watching him do what he does. Just the easiness of it and very smooth.”
They started dating that same month, and it turned into the most incredible, open-hearted, and easy relationship she’d ever had. She felt at ease introducing him to her son, and she met his three kids too. Rich also got along well with Adele’s ex-husband. They made their first public appearance in July 2021 at Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Adele told Vogue that she didn’t even think about the cameras capturing them. She said, “I just wanted to go to the game. I just love being around him. I just love it.”
Sources told People magazine that Adele had been attending a lot of events with Rich and wasn’t as private as before. She had previously stepped back from the spotlight to control what the public knew about her, but Rich helped her relax a bit. Friends told E! News that Rich had many connections in the industry and liked being out and about. Adele embraced his social lifestyle, enjoying getting to know his close-knit circle.
In August 2021, she was seen at LeBron James’s wife Savannah’s birthday party, dancing and singing along to Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s song. In September 2021, she made their relationship Instagram official with a photo from Anthony Davis’s wedding. An insider told E! News they were inseparable, and Adele was in love.
But in January 2022, rumors of trouble started when Adele was set to begin her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace. Page Six reported she arrived in Vegas at the last minute, with some thinking it was because of problems with Rich. During rehearsals, she was heard shouting and sobbing on the phone, reportedly with Rich on the other end. An insider mentioned that people were wondering why Rich wasn’t in Vegas to support her before the show and if he would even show up for the debut.
A week later, Adele canceled her entire residency just 24 hours before she was supposed to take the stage. In an emotional video on Instagram, she explained that delivery delays and COVID were to blame: “Half my crew, half my team, my time with COVID, and it’s been impossible to finish the show. And I can’t give you what I have right now. I’m gutted, and I’m sorry it’s so last minute.” Her fans, many of whom were already on their way to Las Vegas or had already arrived, weren’t thrilled to hear this, especially after spending thousands on tickets. Honestly, I’d be mad too! Then, there was a report from Page Six suggesting that Adele and Rich Paul’s rocky relationship was part of the reason for the cancellation.
After canceling the shows, Adele reportedly flew straight to Rich’s home in Beverly Hills. According to Page Six, they were trying to fix their relationship and Rich was also helping her renegotiate her contract with the Vegas casino owners. Adele later rescheduled her residency for November 2022. Despite the breakup rumors, Adele put them to rest with a February 2022 Instagram post where she expressed excitement about performing at the Brit Awards and added, “Oh, and Rich sends his love.”
So, everything was good, right? Not quite. They were spotted together at the NBA All-Star Game in February, but then didn’t appear at any public events together for several months. On her 34th birthday, May 5th, Rich was photographed at a private beach party in Miami with LeBron James. And where was Adele? Your guess is as good as ours. An insider told People magazine, “She is working on her residency, and Rich is busy with his clients. They see each other when they can.”
A week after their one-year anniversary, Adele posted photos on Instagram, including one of her and Rich standing in front of a huge house. If you look closely, you can see Rich holding keys, which led people to believe they bought the mansion together. But Radar Online reported that Adele paid for the $58 million home by herself. Things seemed to be going well for the couple, and Rich hinted to E! News that he wanted more kids. He said he looked forward to being a more patient dad this time around. Adele was all for it, telling Elle magazine, “I’ve never been in love like this. I’m obsessed with him.” She also told the BBC podcast Desert Island Discs that she definitely wanted a couple more kids.
By December 2022, Adele was ready for Rich to propose. According to an insider who spoke to Radar Online, they were planning a fancy wedding in Los Angeles, but Adele didn’t want to wait and hoped to get married before the end of the year. The insider said, “She’s begged Rich to elope countless times and now wants to do it in Las Vegas sooner rather than later.” However, Rich didn’t feel the same urgency and was happy with how things were, preferring to take his time.
At the beginning of 2023, Adele was still dreaming of getting married and having more kids. But until that happened, she was ready to have some fun and enjoy herself. According to insiders who spoke to Radar Online, Adele was living a healthy lifestyle in hopes of getting pregnant soon. However, many suspected that their baby plans might be on hold or relaxed because Adele was seen partying and drinking more than ever. Her friend Lizzo even spilled the beans during an interview with Elvis Duran and the Morning Show. Lizzo shared that at the February 2023 Grammys, she snuck in a flask of tequila and brought Adele a flask of wine. Lizzo confessed, “I was so drunk. Me and Adele were drinking so much that we didn’t even know what the categories were at that point.”
By March 2023, RRG noticed a big change in the way people were talking about Rich. He went from being the great, funny guy who made Adele happy to, well, not so great. Based on our experience and the many news reports we go through every day, we have a feeling things might not end well in this situation. If you’re feeling confused, let us break it down for you.
Concerns Over Adele’s Boyfriend: Is Rich Using Her for Fame?
On March 12, 2023, Radar Online reported that Adele’s friends were worried Rich was using her to boost his Hollywood profile. But isn’t Rich the one who introduced Adele to his Hollywood friends? Interesting.
An insider said they’re concerned Rich is in the relationship for all the wrong reasons. “Before they went public, hardly anyone had heard of him. Now he’s at all the big events, soaking up the limelight and encouraging her to join him,” the source added. Wait, are they talking about the same guy who’s been working with LeBron James since 2003? The same guy who’s been close to the sports elite and handling multi-million dollar clients before Adele was famous? They can’t be talking about Brother Bestie Rich, can they? The audacity!
The website also claimed Adele’s recent drinking habits sparked major concern, with friends blaming Rich’s influence. Hold on. Adele is an adult—are we really blaming someone else for her actions? And get this—the insider also called Rich a former skirt chaser, thrilled to have Adele wrapped around his finger. They worry he might eventually move on to his next conquest.
There’s buzz around whether Adele’s team is orchestrating a breakup to provide material for a new album. Despite these rumors, reports indicate Adele was actually looking forward to a summer 2023 wedding. To get closer to tying the knot, she apparently suggested signing a prenup—something she didn’t have in her first marriage. This idea supposedly caused some friction between the couple.
According to Radar Online, “Adele wants to protect her real estate and her net worth, which is said to be more than $200 million.” We don’t have details on Rich’s finances, but it’s safe to say he’s not struggling.
For now, all we can do is wait and see. Are we the only ones worried about this relationship, or are we just being dramatic? Let us know your thoughts below!