History of Adele in Timeline
Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, known professionally as Adele, is a highly acclaimed English singer-songwriter recognized as a British icon. She is celebrated for her powerful mezzo-soprano voice and emotionally resonant songwriting, which often explores themes of love, loss, and heartbreak. Her career is marked by extraordinary success and numerous prestigious awards, including multiple Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award, solidifying her status as one of the most successful and influential artists of her generation.
1964: Achievement Since The Beatles
In 2011 Adele became the first living artist to achieve the feat of two top-five hits in both the Official Singles Chart and the Official Albums Chart simultaneously since the Beatles in 1964.
1967: Previous James Bond song to be nominated
Before "Skyfall" won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2013, "The Look of Love" was nominated in 1967 but did not win. The song's nomination highlighted the recognition of James Bond themes in the film industry.
1973: Previous James Bond song to be nominated
Before "Skyfall" won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2013, "Live and Let Die" was nominated in 1973 but did not win. The song's nomination highlighted the recognition of James Bond themes in the film industry.
1977: Previous James Bond song to be nominated
Before "Skyfall" won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2013, "Nobody Does It Better" was nominated in 1977 but did not win. The song's nomination highlighted the recognition of James Bond themes in the film industry.
1979: Kate Bush's Only Tour
In 2014, Adele stated that the release of 25 and her own comeback was inspired by the enigmatic Kate Bush who in 2014 made a comeback to the stage 35 years after her last live shows from her only tour in 1979.
1981: Previous James Bond song to be nominated
Before "Skyfall" won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2013, "For Your Eyes Only" was nominated in 1981 but did not win. The song's nomination highlighted the recognition of James Bond themes in the film industry.
1985: 21 becomes longest-running album at number one since 1985
In March 2012, Adele's album '21' became the longest-running album at number one since 1985. Prior to Adele's achievement in 2012, no other album had maintained the top spot for so long since 1985.
1991: Nielsen SoundScan Tracking Data
In 1991, Nielsen SoundScan began tracking data. Following Adele's Grammy win in 2012, the album '21' achieved the biggest weekly sales increase since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking data in 1991.
1991: Nielsen Begins Monitoring Sales
In 1991, Nielsen began monitoring sales. Adele's album '25' became the fastest-selling album in UK chart history with over 800,000 copies sold in its first week and the largest single sales week for an album in the US since Nielsen began monitoring sales in 1991.
1997: Relocation to Brighton
In 1997, 9-year-old Adele and her mother relocated to Brighton on the south coast of England, where her mother worked as a furniture maker and an adult-learning activities organiser.
1998: Influence of Madonna's Ray of Light
Adele cited Madonna's 1998 album Ray of Light as a "chief inspiration" for her album 25.
1999: Return to London
In 1999, Adele and her mother moved back to London, first to Brixton, then to West Norwood. This move inspired her first song, "Hometown Glory".
2002: Discovery of Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald
In 2002, at age 14, Adele discovered Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald in the jazz section of her local music store, which she credits with helping her find her own voice.
2003: Inspiration from Amy Winehouse's Frank
In 2003, Adele was inspired by Amy Winehouse and her album Frank to take up the guitar, which influenced her songwriting.
May 2006: Graduation from BRIT School
In May 2006, Adele graduated from the BRIT School for Performing Arts & Technology in Croydon, where she was classmates with Leona Lewis and Jessie J.
June 2006: Jonathan Dickins Becomes Adele's Manager
In June 2006, Jonathan Dickins at September Management became Adele's official representative, recommended by Nick Huggett at XL Recordings.
September 2006: Signing with XL Recordings
In September 2006, Adele officially signed with XL Recordings, solidifying her start in the music industry.
2006: Signing with XL Recordings
In 2006, after graduating from the BRIT School, Adele signed a record deal with XL Recordings, marking the beginning of her professional music career.
2006: Featured Vocalist on 'Be Divine'
In 2006, at the age of 17, Adele was featured as a vocalist on the single "Be Divine" by Ricsta, released under the Stirfried Trax label. This marked her first release under her name.
June 2007: Television Debut on BBC
In June 2007, Adele made her television debut, performing "Daydreamer" on BBC's Later... with Jools Holland.
October 2007: Release of "Hometown Glory"
In October 2007, Adele's solo debut, "Hometown Glory", was released on Jamie T's label Pacemaker Recordings with a limited pressing of 500 records.
2007: Little Noise Sessions Performance
In 2007, Adele performed at the Little Noise Sessions held at London's Union Chapel, with proceeds from the concerts donated to Mencap.
January 2008: Brit Awards Critics' Choice and BBC Sound of 2008
In January 2008, Adele was the first recipient of the Brit Awards Critics' Choice and was named the number-one predicted breakthrough act of 2008 in the BBC's Sound of 2008 poll. She also released her second single, "Chasing Pavements".
March 2008: Signing with Columbia Records and US Foray
In March 2008, Adele signed a deal with Columbia Records and XL Recordings for her foray into the United States, marking an expansion of her career internationally.
May 2008: An Evening with Adele World Tour Begins
In May 2008, Adele embarked on the 'An Evening with Adele' world tour, marking her first major tour as a headlining artist.
October 2008: Saturday Night Live Appearance
In October 2008, Adele appeared as the musical guest on NBC's Saturday Night Live, which boosted her album sales and increased her visibility in the US. The episode aired on October 18, 2008.
November 2008: Move to Notting Hill
In November 2008, Adele moved to Notting Hill, London, after leaving her mother's house. This move prompted her to give up drinking.
November 2008: Keep a Child Alive Black Ball Performance
In November 2008, Adele performed at the Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in New York City, contributing to a charitable cause.
2008: An Evening with Adele Tour
Adele's second album, 21, was further inspired by American country and Southern blues music to which she had been exposed during her 2008–09 tour An Evening with Adele in North America.
2008: Release of Debut Album 19
In 2008, Adele's debut album, 19, which included the hit singles "Chasing Pavements" and "Make You Feel My Love", was released and became a best-selling debut album in the UK.
2008: Critical Acclaim for Singing
In 2008, Adele's singing began to garner significant acclaim from music critics, with praise for her soulful phrasing and emotive quality.
February 2009: MusiCares Charity Concert Performance
In February 2009, Adele performed at the 2009 MusiCares charity concert in Los Angeles, supporting musicians in need.
February 2009: Grammy Wins for Best New Artist and "Chasing Pavements"
In February 2009, at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards, Adele won the award for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for "Chasing Pavements".
June 2009: Cancellation of US Tour Dates
In June 2009, Adele reflected on her decision to cancel 2008 US tour dates to be with a former boyfriend, expressing regret and referring to that period as her "early life crisis".
July 2009: Album Sales Reach 2.2 Million
By July 2009, Adele's debut album had sold 2.2 million copies worldwide, showcasing her growing international success.
September 2009: VH1 Divas Performance
On 17 September 2009, Adele performed at the Brooklyn Academy of Music for the VH1 Divas event, a concert to raise money for the Save The Music Foundation charity.
2009: Grammy and Brit Awards Nominations
At the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in 2009, 21-year-old Adele won awards in the categories of Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. Also the success of her debut album 19 saw Adele nominated for three Brit Awards in the categories of British Female Solo Artist, British Single of the Year and British Breakthrough Act.
2010: Adele's albums sold every seven seconds in the UK
At one point in 2010, a copy of Adele's albums '21' and '19' was sold every seven seconds in the UK, showcasing her immense popularity at the time.
2010: Continued Chart Success and Collaborations
In 2010, Adele received a Grammy nomination for "Hometown Glory", and her song "My Same" entered the German Singles Chart. Her version of "Make You Feel My Love" re-entered the UK singles chart and she performed a duet of Lady Antebellum's "Need You Now" with Darius Rucker.
2010: "Hometown Glory" Grammy Nomination
In 2010, Adele received a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for "Hometown Glory", showcasing the song's enduring impact.
January 2011: Release of Second Studio Album, 21
In January 2011, Adele released her second studio album, 21, in the UK. This album was inspired by a breakup and features classic and contemporary country and roots music sounds.
May 2011: Earnings Period Start
In May 2011 Adele began the period in which she earned £23 million, which led to her being listed in Forbes list of the world's highest-paid celebrities under the age of 30 in July 2012.
May 2011: "Team Adele" ranked number one on The Guardian's "Music Power 100"
In May 2011, "Team Adele" was ranked number one on The Guardian's "Music Power 100" list, recognizing the 100 most influential people in the music industry.
October 2011: Vocal Cord Hemorrhage and Tour Cancellations
In October 2011, Adele was forced to cancel two tours due to a vocal-cord hemorrhage, requiring an extended period of rest to avoid permanent damage to her voice.
November 2011: Vocal Cord Surgery and Release of Live at the Royal Albert Hall
In November 2011, Adele underwent laser microsurgery on her vocal cords to remove a benign polyp. Also in November 2011, she released a recording of her tour, Live at the Royal Albert Hall, which debuted at number one in the US.
December 2011: Record-Breaking Album Sales
By December 2011, Adele's album 21 had sold over 3.4 million copies in the UK, becoming the biggest-selling album of the 21st century. She also became the first artist ever to sell three million albums in the UK in one calendar year.
2011: Rolling in the Deep wins Most Performed Work
At the 2012 Ivor Novello Awards in May, Adele's song "Rolling in the Deep" won the award for Most Performed Work of 2011. The win acknowledged the song's widespread popularity and success.
2011: Start of Relationship with Simon Konecki
In 2011, Adele began a relationship with charity entrepreneur Simon Konecki.
2011: MusiCares Donation
In 2011, Adele donated autographed items for auctions to support MusiCares, contributing to the charity's fundraising efforts.
2011: Political Views and Tax Comments
In 2011, Adele expressed her support for the Labour Party, identifying as a "Labour girl". In the same year, Adele faced backlash for comments made during an interview with Q magazine regarding paying taxes.
2011: Pride London and Comic Relief Performances
In 2011, Adele gave a free concert for Pride London, a registered charity which arranges LGBT events in London. Also in 2011, Adele took part in the UK charity telethon Comic Relief for Red Nose Day 2011, performing "Someone like You".
2011: Release of Album 21
In 2011, Adele released her second studio album, 21, which became the best-selling album of the 21st century. It featured hit singles such as "Rolling in the Deep", "Someone like You", and "Set Fire to the Rain".
2011: Adoption of Alter Ego 'Sasha Carter'
In 2011, Adele revealed she dealt with onstage anxiety by creating the alter ego "Sasha Carter", inspired by Beyoncé's "Sasha Fierce" and June Carter, to help her perform more confidently.
2011: Best-selling Album Worldwide
In 2011, Adele's album '21' became the best-selling album worldwide. This contributed to Adele becoming the only artist or band in the last decade in the US to earn an RIAA diamond certification for a one disc album in less than two years.
2011: Reviving the Music Industry
In 2011, Billboard credited Adele for reviving the music industry in the year of the album '21's release.
2011: Previous tour since 2011
In November 2015, Adele's 2016 tour was announced, her first tour since 2011.
2011: Influence of Lauryn Hill
In a 2011 interview, Adele deemed Hill's record The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill as her favourite album, while also stating "I was analyzing the record for about a month at the age of 8, I was constantly wondering when I would be that passionate about something, to write a record about it, even though I didn't know I was going to make a record when I was older"; while also thanking Hill "for existing" in a penned letter, that she dedicated in honour of the 20th anniversary of Hill's album.
February 2012: Adele listed at number five on VH1's 100 Greatest Women in Music
In February 2012, Adele was listed at number five on VH1's 100 Greatest Women in Music, solidifying her place among the most influential female musicians.
March 2012: 21 becomes longest-running album at number one since 1985
In March 2012, Adele's album '21' spent its 23rd week at number one, making it the longest-running album at number one since 1985, and became the fourth-best-selling album of the past 10 years in the US.
March 2012: Adele achieves multiple Billboard milestones
In the week ending March 3, 2012, Adele became the first solo female artist to have three singles in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously with "Rolling in the Deep", "Someone Like You", and "Set Fire to the Rain". She also became the first female artist to have two albums in the top 5 of the Billboard 200 and two singles in the top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously. That same day Billboard announced that Adele's 'Rolling in the Deep' is the biggest crossover hit of the past 25 years.
April 2012: Adele named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people
In April 2012, Time magazine named Adele one of the 100 most influential people in the world, recognizing her impact beyond the music industry.
April 2012: Confirmation of Third Album Timeline
On April 3, 2012, Adele confirmed that her third album would likely be at least two years away, as she wanted to take time and live a little.
May 2012: Earnings Period End
In May 2012 Adele concluded the period in which she earned £23 million, which led to her being listed in Forbes list of the world's highest-paid celebrities under the age of 30 in July 2012.
July 2012: Forbes Listing
In July 2012, Adele was listed at number six in Forbes list of the world's highest-paid celebrities under the age of 30, having earned £23 million between May 2011 and May 2012.
October 2012: Confirmation of Theme Song for Skyfall
In October 2012, Adele confirmed that she had been writing, composing and recording the theme song for Skyfall, the twenty-third James Bond film. The song "Skyfall" rose to number 2 on the UK Singles Chart with sales of 92,000 copies bringing its overall sales to 176,000, and entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 8, selling 261,000 copies in the US in its first three days.
December 2012: Billboard Artist and Album of the Year
In December 2012, Adele was named Billboard Artist of the Year, and her album '21' was named Album of the Year, making her the first artist to receive both accolades two years in a row. She was also named top female artist, and The Associated Press named Adele Entertainer of the Year.
2012: Adele wins Songwriter of the Year and Rolling in the Deep wins Most Performed Work
At the 2012 Ivor Novello Awards in May, Adele was named Songwriter of the Year, and "Rolling in the Deep" won the award for Most Performed Work of 2011. At the 2012 BMI Awards held in London in October, Adele won Song of the Year (for "Rolling in the Deep") in recognition of the song being the most played on US television and radio in 2011.
2012: Art Deco Villa Purchase
In 2012, Adele and then-partner Konecki purchased a $3.4 million Art Deco villa in Portslade, on the outskirts of Brighton and Hove.
2012: Live Comeback at the Grammy Awards and Continued Success
In 2012, Adele made her live comeback at the Grammy Awards in February, winning in all six categories she was nominated for, making her the second female artist after Beyoncé to achieve this. Her album, 21, experienced a sales surge following the Grammy win. The album's sales surpassed 4.5 million in the UK in October and 10 million in the US in November. It was also the best-selling album worldwide in both 2011 and 2012.
2012: Release of "Skyfall"
In 2012, Adele released "Skyfall", the soundtrack single for the James Bond film Skyfall, which later won the Academy Award for Best Original Song, marking another significant achievement in her career.
February 2013: Adele named one of the 100 most powerful women in the UK
In February 2013, Adele was named one of the 100 most powerful women in the UK by Woman's Hour on BBC Radio 4, highlighting her influence and impact in the country.
June 2013: Adele appointed a MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list
In June 2013, Adele was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the Queen's Birthday Honours list for her services to music.
September 2013: Collaboration with Wiz Khalifa
In September 2013, Wiz Khalifa confirmed that he and Adele had collaborated on a song for his fifth studio album, Blacc Hollywood, though the collaboration did not make the final track listing.
December 2013: Adele receives MBE from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace
On December 19, 2013, Adele received her MBE award from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace, marking a formal recognition of her contributions to music.
2013: Early Stages of Third Album
At the 2013 Grammy Awards, Adele confirmed that she was in the very early stages of her third album and would most likely work with Paul Epworth again.
2013: Richest Young Musician
From 2013, Adele topped the List of Richest Young Musicians under 30 in the UK and Ireland as part of the Sunday Times' annual Rich List.
2013: Privacy Case Against Photo Agency
In 2013, Adele and Simon Konecki brought a privacy case against a UK-based photo agency that published intrusive paparazzi images of their son.
2013: Rented Paul McCartney's Mansion
In 2013, Adele temporarily rented Paul McCartney's 12,000-square-foot former mansion for an undisclosed price.
2013: Adele wins Academy Award for Best Original Song for Skyfall
In 2013, Adele won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for the James Bond theme "Skyfall", marking a significant achievement in her career.
2013: Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance
In 2013, Adele's live version of "Set Fire to the Rain" won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance, bringing her total wins to nine.
January 2014: Grammy Award for Skyfall
In January 2014, Adele received her tenth Grammy Award with "Skyfall" winning Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards.
May 2014: Cryptic Message and Album Speculation
In May 2014, on the eve of her 26th birthday, Adele posted a cryptic message on Twitter, "Bye bye 25... See you again later in the year," prompting media discussion about her next album, with some speculating it would be titled '25'.
July 2014: Privacy Case Settlement
In July 2014, Adele and Simon Konecki accepted damages from a UK-based photo agency that published intrusive paparazzi images of their son.
October 2014: XL Recordings Rules Out 2014 Release
In October 2014, XL Recordings ruled out a 2014 release for Adele's upcoming album in accounts filed with Companies House.
2014: Inspired by Kate Bush's Comeback
Adele stated that the release of 25 and her own comeback was inspired by the enigmatic Kate Bush who in 2014 made a comeback to the stage 35 years after her last live shows from her only tour in 1979.
2014: Estimated Album and Single Sales
By the end of 2014, Adele had sold an estimated 40 million albums and 50 million singles worldwide, marking a significant milestone in her career.
2014: British Cultural Icon
In 2014, Adele was already being regarded as a British cultural icon, with young adults from abroad naming her among a group of people whom they most associated with UK culture.
August 2015: Planned Release of Third Studio Album
In August 2015, Billboard reported that Adele's label, XL Recordings, intended to release her third studio album sometime in November 2015. Danger Mouse, Tobias Jesso Jr., and Ryan Tedder were revealed to have contributed to the album.
September 2015: Sia Announces Co-written Single
In early September 2015, at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival, Sia announced that her new single "Alive" was co-written by Adele and had originally been intended for Adele's third album.
November 2015: Potential Album Release
In August 2015, Billboard reported that Adele's label, XL Recordings, had intentions of releasing her third studio album sometime in November 2015.
November 2015: Announcement of 2016 Tour
In November 2015, Adele's 2016 tour, her first since 2011, was announced. The tour would begin in Europe and include dates in various countries.
2015: Endorsement Decisions and Tax Payments
In 2015, Adele declined lucrative endorsement offers. She also reported paying £4 million in tax in the UK.
2015: Malibu Mansion Purchase
In 2015, Adele purchased a $5.2 million Mediterranean-style vacation mansion in Malibu, California.
2015: Reflection on Brockwell Park
In 2015, Adele recalled spending much of her youth in Brockwell Park, a place of significant moments in her life, which inspired her song "Million Years Ago".
2015: Feminist Views
In 2015, Adele stated that she is a feminist and believes everyone should be treated the same, including race and sexuality.
2015: Release and Success of '25'
In 2015, Adele's album '25' debuted at number one in the UK and the US, breaking sales records in both countries and becoming the best-selling album of the year in many countries. It sold 17.4 million copies worldwide, and Adele was named the Global Recording Artist of the Year by IFPI.
2015: Release of Album 25
In 2015, Adele's third studio album, 25, was released, breaking first-week sales records in both the UK and US. The lead single, "Hello", achieved huge success worldwide.
2015: Sam Smith surpasses Adele's record
In 2015, Sam Smith's "Writing's on the Wall" surpassed Adele's "Skyfall" as the highest-charting James Bond theme song on the UK Singles Chart.
2015: Album Release Suggestion
In early August 2014, Paul Moss suggested that Adele's new album would be released in 2014 or 2015.
2015: Release and success of Adele's third album, 25
Released in 2015, Adele's third album, '25', became the year's best-selling album and broke first-week sales records in several markets, including the UK and the US. Additionally, 'Hello' became the first song in the US to sell over one million digital copies within a week of its release.
January 2016: Carpool Karaoke
In January 2016, Adele's Carpool Karaoke through the streets of London with James Corden was the biggest YouTube viral video of 2016, with 235 million views.
March 2016: European Leg of Adele Live 2016
In March 2016, Adele's 'Adele Live 2016' tour included four dates at the Manchester Arena and six dates at the O2 Arena in London as part of its European leg.
April 2016: Adele appears on Time 100 list for the second time
In April 2016, Adele appeared for the second time on the Time 100 list of the world's most influential people, solidifying her impact on a global scale.
July 2016: Forbes Ranking
In July 2016, Adele was ranked number nine on the Forbes list of the 100 highest-paid celebrities in the world.
September 2016: Tribeca Apartment Rental
During her Madison Square Garden tour in September 2016, Adele rented NBA player Deron Williams' Tribeca apartment for three weeks at a monthly rent of $60,000.
November 2016: Forbes List of Highest-Paid Women in Music
In November 2016, Adele was in second place on the Forbes list of the world's highest-paid women in music, earning US$80.5 million.
2016: Album Sales Milestone
As of 2016, Adele's album '21' had sold over 31 million copies worldwide, solidifying its status as a global success.
2016: Brit Awards and Glastonbury Performance
In 2016, Adele received four Brit Awards, including British Album of the Year for "25" and British Single of the Year for "Hello." She headlined the Pyramid Stage at the Glastonbury Festival, describing it as the best moment of her life. She also released two more singles from '25': "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" and "Water Under the Bridge".
2016: "Queen of Hearts" Title
In 2016, Vanity Fair magazine referred to Adele as the "Queen of Hearts" in a cover story.
January 2017: Highest First-Week Sales Since January 2017
On 15 October 2021, Adele's song 'Easy on Me' had the highest first-week sales for a single since January 2017.
February 2017: Grammy Wins and George Michael Tribute
In February 2017, at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards, Adele won all five of her nominations, bringing her number of awards to fifteen. She won Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album for 25, and Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance for "Hello". She also performed a tribute to the late George Michael.
March 2017: Australian Tour and Stadium Records
In February and March 2017, Adele performed in Australia for the first time, breaking stadium records throughout the country. Her Sydney show on March 10 was seen by 95,000 people, the biggest single concert in Australian history, a record she broke the following night with more than 100,000 fans.
March 2017: Adele Confirms Marriage
In March 2017, Adele referred to Simon Konecki as "my husband" during a concert in Brisbane, Australia, seemingly confirming reports that they had secretly married.
June 2017: Grenfell Tower Vigil and Fire Station Visit
In June 2017, Adele attended a vigil for the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire in west London. Four days later, she visited Chelsea fire station, bringing cakes for the firefighters and participating in a minute's silence.
July 2017: Switched performance rights management in the US
As announced on July 31, 2017, Adele switched performance rights management in the US from BMI to SESAC.
November 2017: Forbes Ranking
In November 2017, Adele was in second place on the Forbes list of the world's highest-paid women in music, earning $69 million.
2017: Tudor Mansion Purchase and Malibu Mansion Sale
In 2017, Adele and Konecki purchased a $5.3 million Tudor mansion called Ridge Hill Manor. She sold her Malibu vacation mansion for less than its original purchase price, $4.8 million.
2017: Beyoncé as 'Artist of My Life'
In 2017, Adele described Beyoncé as a particular inspiration, calling her "[the] artist of my life" and added "the other artists who mean that much to me are all dead."
2017: Largest Opening Week Since Ed Sheeran's Divide
On 19 November 2021, Adele's album '30' debuted at number one in the UK with 261,000 copies sold, garnering the largest opening week for an album since Ed Sheeran's Divide in 2017.
January 2018: Officiates Alan Carr's Wedding
In January 2018, Adele became an ordained minister and officiated the wedding of comedian Alan Carr and Paul Drayton, held in the garden of her house in Los Angeles, California.
2018: Richest Young Musician (Continued)
In 2018, Adele continued to top the List of Richest Young Musicians under 30 in the UK and Ireland as part of the Sunday Times' annual Rich List, marking six consecutive years in the position.
2018: Marriage and Separation
In 2018, Adele married Simon Konecki and separated from him the same year, as revealed in a later interview.
2018: Adele inducted into Royal Albert Hall's Walk of Fame
In 2018, Adele was inducted into the Royal Albert Hall's Walk of Fame, making her one of the first eleven recipients of a star on the walk, a symbol of her contribution to music and entertainment.
2018: Working on Fourth Studio Album
In 2018, Adele was reportedly already working on her fourth studio album.
April 2019: Adele Announces Separation
In April 2019, Adele's representatives confirmed her separation from Simon Konecki via Associated Press, stating that they would continue to raise their son together.
May 2019: Adele's 31st Birthday Instagram Post
On 5 May 2019, Adele celebrated her 31st birthday by posting black-and-white pictures on Instagram and hinting that her upcoming album "30" would be a drum n bass record.
September 2019: Adele Files for Divorce
On 13 September 2019, Adele filed for divorce from Simon Konecki.
December 2019: Adele named singer of the 2010s by Israeli media
In December 2019, Israel's largest TV and radio stations named Adele singer of the 2010s, recognizing her significant impact on music throughout the decade.
2019: Beverly Hills Mansion Purchase
In 2019, Adele bought another Beverly Hills mansion for $10.65 million.
2019: Top Artists of the Decade
In 2019, Insider Inc. listed Adele among the top artists of the decade, highlighting her artistry and style.
2019: Sunday Times Rich List Valuation
On the 2019 Sunday Times Rich List, Adele's wealth was valued at £150 million (US$180.5 million), making her the 22nd-richest musician in the UK despite not having toured since 2017.
February 2020: Album Announcement at Friend's Wedding
In February 2020, Adele announced at a friend's wedding that her fourth studio album would be released by September 2020.
September 2020: Album Delay Confirmation
In September 2020, Adele confirmed that the production and release of her album had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 2020: Saturday Night Live Hosting Debut
In October 2020, Adele made her first television appearance in almost four years by hosting the Saturday Night Live episode on 24 October, with H.E.R. as the musical guest.
March 2021: Divorce Finalized
In March 2021, Adele's divorce from Simon Konecki was finalized.
October 2021: Album Teasing and Single Release
In early October 2021, projections and billboards of the number "30" appeared in cities worldwide, hinting at Adele's new album title. On 5 October 2021, she announced the single "Easy on Me" for release on 15 October. On 7 October, Adele was announced as the November cover star on both Vogue and British Vogue.
November 2021: Album Release Date Announcement and Single Success
In November 2021, Adele announced a release date of 19 November 2021 for her album "30". On 15 October, she released "Easy on Me" to a positive reception, breaking streaming records and topping charts in the UK and US.
November 2021: 30 Album Release and Global Success
On 19 November 2021, Adele released her album "30", which became a global success, reaching number one in 24 territories. It had the largest opening week in the UK since Ed Sheeran's Divide in 2017 and was the best-selling album of 2021.
November 2021: Las Vegas Residency Announcement
On 30 November 2021, Adele announced a Las Vegas residency, Weekends with Adele, scheduled to run from 21 January 2022 until 16 April 2022 at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
2021: Beverly Hills Mansion Purchase from Nicole Richie
In 2021, Adele bought another Beverly Hills mansions for $10 million, purchased from Nicole Richie and her husband, Joel Madden.
2021: Release of Album 30
In 2021, Adele released her fourth studio album, 30, which included the hit song "Easy on Me".
2021: Adele named the UK's best-selling female album artist of the 21st century
In 2021, Adele was named the UK's best-selling female album artist of the 21st century, based on Official Charts Company data, showcasing her enduring popularity and commercial success.
2021: Global Cultural Event
In a 2021 article from The Daily Telegraph, James Hall wrote that "a new Adele album isn't just a release − it's a global cultural event".
January 2022: Residency Postponement Announcement
On 20 January 2022, Adele announced that her Las Vegas residency was being postponed due to delivery delays and the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 2022: Purchase of Sylvester Stallone's Mansion
In February 2022, it was reported that Adele had bought Sylvester Stallone's 21,000-square-foot (2,000 m) former mansion in Beverly Park, Los Angeles, for $58 million.
April 2022: Initial End Date of Postponed Las Vegas Residency
In November 2021, Adele announced her Las Vegas residency "Weekends With Adele" to run from January 21, 2022 until April 16, 2022.
May 2022: Adele named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people for the third time
In May 2022, Time magazine named Adele for the third time among the 100 most influential people in the world, placing her in the "icons" category, celebrating her enduring impact.
July 2022: Hyde Park Concerts Sell Out
On 28 October 2021, pre-sale tickets for Adele's two concerts in Hyde Park, London, scheduled for 1 and 2 July 2022, sold out in less than an hour, with 130,000 tickets sold. Over 1.3 million people attempted to buy tickets.
November 2022: Rescheduled Las Vegas Residency Launch and Additional Dates
In November 2022, during the residency's second weekend, Adele announced two additional New Year's Eve weekend dates, bringing the total number of Weekends With Adele shows to 34.
2022: Record Sales Milestone
As of 2022, Adele has sold more than 120 million records worldwide, making her one of the world's best-selling music artists.
February 2023: Grammy Award Win
In February 2023, Adele attended the 65th Annual Grammy Awards and won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance for "Easy on Me", extending her record as the artist with the most wins in the category.
March 2023: Announcement of Residency Extension
In July 2022, it was announced her Las Vegas residency would run from 18 November 2022 to 25 March 2023, with eight more dates than initially planned, for a total of 32 concerts.
October 2023: Sober Revelation
On 14 October 2023, during a Weekends with Adele concert residency, Adele revealed she had suffered from "borderline alcoholism" since her 20s and had been sober for three months.
December 2023: Adele listed in The Hollywood Reporter's 2023 Women in Entertainment Power 100
In December 2023, Adele was listed in The Hollywood Reporter's 2023 Women in Entertainment Power 100, and received the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award.
2023: Grammy Award for "Easy on Me"
In 2023, Adele won a Grammy Award for "Easy on Me", continuing her streak of awards and accolades.
2023: Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers List
In 2023, Rolling Stone listed Adele at 22nd in their list of 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
2023: Rolling Stone ranked her no. 22 on their list of 200 Best Singers of All Time
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Adele as number 22 on their list of the 200 Best Singers of All Time, highlighting her vocal talent and impact on music.
January 2024: Weekends with Adele: The Final Shows
In October, Adele extended her shows one last time, stylizing the extension as "Weekends with Adele: The Final Shows". This extension added 32 shows starting in January 2024.
July 2024: Indefinite Break Announcement
On 16 July 2024, Adele revealed in an interview that she would be taking an indefinite break from music following the end of her residency, with no plans for a new album at that time.
August 2024: Engagement to Rich Paul
On August 9, 2024, during her performance in Munich, Adele revealed her engagement to Rich Paul.
2024: Album Chart Success
As of 2024, all of Adele's studio albums, except 19, have topped the yearly best-selling albums chart worldwide in the 21st century, showcasing her continued success and impact on the music industry.
2025: Billboard listed her at number 4 on its 2025 "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list.
In 2025, Billboard listed Adele at number 4 on its 2025 "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list, further cementing her position as one of the most influential and successful female artists of the century.
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