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Is Adele Engaged? 54.7M Instagram Followers Think So After Seeing This Post

She showed off a massive rectangular radiant-cut or emerald-cut diamond.

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October 19, 2023

Howard Cohen

Is Adele Engaged? 54.7M Instagram Followers Think So After Seeing This Post

PHOTOGRAPHY: Credits: Images via Instagram / adele..

BRITISH SINGING SENSATION Adele had her 54.7 million Instagram fans in a tizzy earlier this week after posting a not-so-subtle hint that she is, indeed, engaged to American sports agent Rich Paul.

In the second pic in an eight-photo carousel, the 16-time Grammy winner is seen holding up a copy of Paul’s new memoir, Lucky Me, while showing off a massive rectangular radiant-cut or emerald-cut diamond on the ring finger of her left hand.

Is Adele Engaged? 54.7M Instagram Followers Think So After Seeing This Post

The diamond seems to be framed by a yellow gold bezel and set on a delicate diamond-pavé band. We’re guessing the diamond weighs at least 10 carats.

Still, the 35-year-old singer-songwriter did not formally announce an engagement. She simply titled the slideshow, “Weekend 31,” which is a reference to her residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Some fans are convinced the couple is engaged, while others believe they are already married. With her residency coming to an end on November 4, might that be the day she finally confirms her relationship status and settles into the next chapter of her life?

During a mid-September concert, Adele almost let the cat out of the bag when a fan shouted a marriage proposal from the audience. Adele responded by saying, “You can’t marry me… my husband’s here tonight. He’s here.”

Adele and the 41-year-old Paul were first seen together two years ago. Adele told Rolling Stone that they met at a mutual friend’s birthday party. The successful agent claims nearly 200 clients, including NBA stars LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Draymond Green.

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