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Rich Paul: Adele's music wasn't my first love!
10 Jun
Summary
- Rich Paul admits he wasn't initially an Adele music fan.
- The couple met through a mutual friend and bonded organically.
- Adele plans a long break after her August 2024 stadium shows.

Rich Paul has offered a rare glimpse into the early stages of his relationship with singer Adele, detailing how they first connected. He revealed in a recent interview that their initial interactions were merely cordial, stemming from a meeting through a mutual friend. Paul, who founded Klutch Sports Group, noted that while they knew each other for some time, their relationship wasn't immediate.
The couple's connection blossomed organically, moving beyond mere friendship to become a public item. This shift became evident in the summer of 2001 when Adele made a rare public appearance at a Phoenix Suns game, seated near Paul. This appearance followed her split from ex-husband Simon Konecki in 2019.
Paul, who represents high-profile athletes like LeBron James, confessed that Adele's music was not something he actively followed before their relationship. He stated that while he recognized her 'monster hits,' he wasn't a devoted fan initially. Their bond grew through shared social circles and mutual enjoyment of each other's company.
Following her stadium shows in Munich, scheduled for August 2024, Adele has expressed her intention to take an extended break. She plans to focus on enjoying the life she has spent seven years building.