Since 2021, Adele and wealthy sports agent Rich Paul have been a couple. Paul is the father of three children, and Adele’s son, eleven-year-old Angelo, is from her first marriage to Simon Konecki. The singer, who is infamously private, interrupted her residency act in Las Vegas to extend her congratulations to Rich’s daughter. As her stepdaughter Reonna graduated from Clark Atlanta University, she expressed her gratitude. “It is my stepdaughter’s graduation this weekend. Her name is Reonna,” Adele told the crowd. After the congratulations, she went on to say she is more than open to having children with Rich Paul.
She dropped the news during her Weekends with Adele performance at Caesars Palace this past weekend. Adele shocked everyone by revealing that she was planning to expand her family with Rich. The couple allegedly secretly married last year. Adele has made it clear that after she is done with her obligations, she wants to have a child with Rich Paul as soon as possible.
Adele is dead set on having a baby with Rich Paul who she has been rumoured to have been married to. “Once I am done with all my obligations and all of my shows, I want to have a baby. I want a girl because I’ve already got a boy. I feel like she might be like the person I love the most in the world, but also probably hate the most in the world. That is what I feel will happen. She’s going to put me in my place all the time, isn’t she?” Adele told the crowd. “With me as her mother and Rich as her father, she’s going to be a bossy little queen, isn’t she?” She fanatically concluded.
Rich Paul has spoken out about wanting more kids in the past telling E! News, “I was a very young dad, but now, different age, different time in my life, different position in my life.” He continued “I’m really looking forward other being an older dad.” it seems like both Rich Paul and Adele are on the same page. We will probably be welcoming annew member in the Rich Paupl-Adele clan in the near future.
Musicians put in the work to perfect their craft and churn out great music that their teeming fans will love and appreciate. It takes so much to put out a music album, and one of the ways musicians track how much their work is appreciated is through album sales. Music data relating to album sales began in 1991, thanks to SoundScan, now known as Luminate. Since such data came into existence, only 26 albums have sold a million copies in the first week.
Selling a million album copies in the first week is no mean feat. However, some artists have managed to do it, with a few of them even going ahead to do it more than once. Some of the artists that sold a million album copies in the first week include Norah Jones (Feels Like Home), Limp Bizkit (Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water), and Garth Books (Double Live). Others on the prestigious list include Lady Gaga (Born This Way), The Beatles (1), Backstreet Boys (Black & Blue), and Whitney Houston (The Bodyguard). There are more artists on the list, with Taylor Swift and Adele among the most dominant musicians, releasing albums that sold over one million copies in the first week. Here are 11 albums that sold one million copies in their first week.
11. Drake – Views (2016)
Canadian rapper Drake released his fourth studio album, Views, on April 29, 2016. The album was released under three record labels: Cash Money Records, Republic Records, and Young Money Entertainment. In Views, Drake showed his musical diversity by taking influence from West African and West Indian music. He also made his first full foray into Jamaican dancehall music. Other music genres featured in Views include R&B, Afrobeat, pop, and UK funky. Views did remarkably well thanks to its diversified sound as it debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. Views sold 1.04 million equivalent album units in its first week. Equivalent album units combine streaming and song downloads in addition to traditional album sales. The measurement was introduced in the mid-2010s as a solution to the drop in album sales in the 21st century. Drake’s actual album sales for Views in the first week was 852,000 copies. Besides hitting high equivalent album unit sales, Drake also smashed streaming records with his Views album as it hit a staggering 245 million streams.
Magna Carta Holy Grail was Jay-Z’s 12th studio album. Days before the album’s release, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) changed its rules for gold and platinum certification. Before releasing the album on July 4, 2013, Jay-Z sold one million digital copies to Samsung, which then offered the copies to its users for free. Due to that action, the RIAA ruled that artists no longer had to wait 30 days to get certification for digital sales. Hence, Jay-Z’s one million album sales to Samsung began counting immediately after Magna Carta Holy Grail‘s release, meaning the album went platinum soon after its release.
Jay-Z featured artists like Nas, Rick Ross, Justin Timberlake, Frank Ocean, and his wife, Beyoncé, on the album. Some of the hit songs on the album include “Holy Grail,” “Oceans,” and “Tom Ford.” Besides the one million digital album copies sold to Samsung, Magna Carta Holy Grail sold 528,000 physical copies in its first week and topped the US Billboard 200 chart upon its release. Jay-Z earned six Grammy Award nominations for the album, with “Holy Grail” winning the award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
9. Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III (2008)
Tha Carter III was Lil Wayne’s sixth studio album. It was released on June 10, 2008, and sold 1,006,000 copies in its first week. Lil Wayne featured several big names in the album, including Jay-Z, Fabolous, Robin Thicke, Kanye West, the late Static Major, and Busta Rhymes. The album had several hit songs, including “A Milli,” “Lollipop,” and “Got Money,” and cemented Lil Wayne’s status as one of the greatest rappers of all time. Tha Carter III received several award nominations, including Album of the Year at the 2009 Grammys. That year’s award season was successful for Lil Wayne, as Tha Carter III earned him a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. Meanwhile, “Lollipop” won Best Rap Song, while “A Milli” won Best Rap Solo Performance.
Usher released his fourth studio album, Confessions, on Mar. 23, 2004. The R&B album had instant hits like “Yeah!,” “Burn,” “My Boo,” and “Confessions Part II.” Confessions sold 1,096,000 copies in its first week, solidifying itself as one of the greatest R&B albums. Confessions also came with some controversy due to its theme. There were wide beliefs that the album was themed around Usher’s personal relationships. However, Jermaine Dupri, who mainly produced Confessions, claimed the album was more reflective of his personal story. Besides incredible album sales, Confessions also earned Usher a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album.
7. 50 Cent – The Massacre (2005)
After announcing himself to the world with his Get Rich Or Die Tryin’ album in 2003, 50 Cent followed it up with The Massacretwo years later. The album debuted at no. 1 on the US Billboard 200 thanks to hits like “Candy Shop,” “Just A Lil Bit,” and “Hate It Or Love It.” The Massacre sold 1,141,000 copies after its first week and solidified 50 Cent’s impact in the rap game. Hip-hop bigwigs like Dr. Dre, Eminem, Sha Money XL, and Scott Storch helped produce The Massacre. 50 Cent also featured Eminem, Olivia, Jamie Foxx, and Tony Yayo in the epic album, which was widely positively received and considered as one of his best albums.
6. Britney Spears – Oops!… I Did It Again (2000)
Oops!.. I Did It Again was a befitting name for Britney Spears’ second studio album. A year before its release, Britney debuted with a highly successful album, …Baby One More Time. Hence, she was under pressure to replicate the success of her first album. Britney welcomed the challenge and worked with several highly sought-after producers. Eventually, she put out a pop album that incorporated funk and R&B, earning her high praise and critical acclaim. Oops!.. I Did It Again enjoyed massive commercial success. It sold 1,319,000 copies in its first week and held the record for the fastest-selling album by a female artist and the largest first-week sales for a female album for 15 years.
Eminem’s fourth studio album, The Eminem Show, sold 1,322,000 in its first week. The album featured songs like “Without Me,” “Cleanin’ Out My Closet,” and “White America.” Eventually, it sold 27 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time. Eminem incorporated more rap rock in The Eminem Show than he did with his previous albums. The Eminem Show was themed around The Real Slim Shady’s hip-hop prominence and his mixed feelings about fame. Eminem also took a step back from his Slim Shady alter ego in the album, as he deviated from being satirical.
4. Eminem – The Marshall Mathers LP (2000)
The Eminem Show was not the first album with which Eminem sold over a million copies within the first week. On May 23, 2000, the rapper released his third studio album, The Marshall Mathers LP. Dr. Dre mainly produced the highly successful album, which went on to sell 1,760,000 copies in its first week. The album’s success helped to propel Eminem to the forefront of America’s hip-hop culture. Some of the album’s most popular songs include “Stan,” “The Real Slim Shady,” and “Bitch Please.”
3. NSYNC – No Strings Attached (2000)
NSYNC is a famous boy band consisting of Justin Timberlake, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, Lance Bass, and JC Chasez. Although the band is not as popular as before following a long hiatus, it remains one of the top-selling bands of all time. After making waves with their first two albums, NSYNC took it a notch higher with their third studio album, No Strings Attached. After its release on Mar. 21, 2000, No Strings Attached sold a mindblowing 2,416,000 copies in its first week. NSYNC repeated the feat with their next album, Celebrity, which sold 1,878,000 copies a week after its release on July 24, 2001.
2. Taylor Swift (The Tortured Poets Department, 2024)
Taylor Swift’s knack for singing about her romantic travails in her albums means her teeming fans would always anticipate her next album release. Hence, when she announced an album was on the way during the 2024 Grammy Awards, Swifties readied their earbuds in anticipation, as the album was Taylor’s first since her split from Joe Alwyn. Taylor released The Tortured Poets Department, her 11th studio album, on April 19, 2024. Unsurprisingly, her latest work sold 2,610,000 copies in its first week.
However, TTPD isn’t Taylor’s first album to sell over a million copies in its first week. The beloved songstress achieved that feat six other times with her previous albums. These include: 1989 (Taylor’s Version), which sold 1,359,000 copies in its first week; 1989, which sold 1,287,000 copies in its first week; Reputation, which sold 1,216,000 copies in its first week; Red, which sold 1,208,000 copies in its first week; Midnights, which sold 1,140,000 copies in its first week; and Speak Now, which sold 1,047,000 copies in its first week.
1. Adele (25, 2015)
While Taylor Swift has sold over a million album copies with seven albums, Adele needed just one album to achieve the feat three times. On Nov. 20, 2015, Adele released 25, her third studio album. The album’s title reflected the singer’s life and mind frame when she was 25 years old and featured classics like “Hello,” “Water Under the Bridge,” and “Love in the Dark.” Adele’s 25 enjoyed so much commercial success. It racked in a massive 3,378,000 album sales in its first week, breaking the record for first-week sales. The album sold over a million copies in a week for the second time in December 2015, selling 1,112,000 copies. It repeated the feat for a third time in January 2016, selling 1,158,000 copies in a week.
One of the biggest and most beloved pop and soul stars of this generation, Adele is always someone who loves to tease her fans. It is an endearing part of her personality and a lot of people have supported her throughout her career. She is also an inspiring figure, especially after her incredible weight loss journey. Adele is a role model for many young women. It makes sense why she is currently coupled up with maybe the top sports agent in the world, Rich Paul. A Cleveland, Ohio native through and through, he adopted the blue-collar mentality as a young man and now runs one of the most successful sports agencies, that being Klutch Sports.
These two successful stars have been together for about two years and have constantly hinted at engagement and marriage. Rich Paul left it up to everyone’s imagination after an interview back in September with CBS Mornings. Adele also did it at a recent show of hers. Now, we have another nugget that this could happen any day now.
According to Economic Times and Jasmine Brand, she was in attendance at one of her close friend’s comedy shows in Los Angeles. Alan Carr is his name, and he also hails from the UK. What got people buzzing at the show was this question posed. Carr asked if anyone had said “I do” lately, and Adele shouted out that she had done just that. Deuxmoi shared some submissions of people who were also at the event and they detailed that part of the show. On face value, this seems fishy. Especially because Adele was at the relatively private show of a dear friend. There is certainly a chance that these two planned this portion of the show ahead of time to get people riled up about her relationship with Paul. This is all speculation of course, but it could be something to keep in mind.
What are your initial thoughts on Adele claiming she and Rich Paul said their “I do’s?” Do you think is just something to get people talking or do you buy it? Do you agree with us that this could have been planned in advance? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Adele and Rich Paul. Furthermore, stay with us for everything else going on around the pop culture world.
Due to its awkward placement within the week, Halloween 2023 celebrations kicked off early this weekend. Every year, Heidi Klum shuts the internet down with an over-the-top look. However, many of music’s biggest names aren’t far behind. Some of the most searched outfit inspirations this year included Beyoncé, Drake, and Taylor Swift. However, neither of those entertainers has shared their spooky spirits with their followers just yet.
So far, here are the best Halloween costumes from music artists in 2023 in alphabetic order.
Adele
During her latest Las Vegas residency show, Adele completely changed her signature look when she took the stage dressed as the fictional character Morticia Addams.
Halle Bailey & DDG
Halle Bailey and DDG pulled inspiration from another musical pairing for their look. The couple dressed up as Janet Jackson and the late Tupac’s characters in the 1993 film Poetic Justice.
SAG-AFTRA instituted strict rules around members’ Halloween costumes, but those restrictions didn’t apply to Kim Petras. The singer decided to dress as Cherry Darling from the 2007 indie horror flick Planet Terror.
Lizzo
The death of Tina Turner still saddens the world. For Lizzo, she chose to use her spooky night plans to pay tribute to the late singer.
Machine Gun Kelly & Megan Fox
Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox put their love for Manga on full display with two couple costumes. But their Death Note-inspired looks will take your breath away.
Tyga is a monster when it comes to the beats he bodies so for his Halloween look, he opted to be as equally terrifying. The rapper went all out for his Art The Clown (from the 2016 slasher film Terrifier) get-up.
We will be updating this list as more celeb costumes continue rolling in.
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The top-flight sports agent, Rich Paul, is still going strong with superstar singer Adele. It was around two years ago that the two showed their interest in each other and they seem to be happier than ever. Just a few weeks ago, during one of the pop starlet’s performances in Las Vegas, a female fan wanted to propose to her. Unfortunately for her, she is apparently spoken for. Adele replied, “You can’t marry me. I’m straight, my love, and my husband’s here tonight.” This was a very hilarious but stunning response and it had fans speculating if the couple tied the knot.
Rich Paul is now egging this on even further after a recent interview with CBS Mornings. According to Billboard, the founder of Klutch Sports Group, joined the show to talk about a few topics. Paul was invited on because his new memoir, Lucky Me is out now. Amazon’s description of the book says, “[Paul] looks back with wit and insight, drawing out the lessons he learned at every stage—about business, people, and the values that lead to success. It’s the inspiring story of the luck that’s all around us, if we know where to look.” Apparently Paul knew where to look when it came to choosing his person.
At the 6:35 mark in the video clip above, Rich talks about how happy he is with Adele. “She’s been great, I think she would agree that we’ve definitely helped each other. I’m in a good space, we’re in a good space,” he said. Gayle King also asked him if she should refer to Adele as “Mrs. Paul” going forward. He replied simply and vaguely, “you can say whatever you want.” This is certainly interesting to hear and we can only imagine that both of them have at least considered the thought of engagement. We continue to wish the couple success and love going forward.
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The symbiotic relationship between elite athletes and their managers is intricate, often overshadowed by the glitter of the sports arena. However, every so often, a figure emerges from behind the curtains, commanding respect and attention. Rich Paul is one such force. With a net worth that has touched the remarkable figure of $120 million in 2023, according to CAknowledge, Paul is undeniably in a league of his own.
A Cleveland Tale: Origins Of A Mogul
Rich’s journey is one firmly rooted in Cleveland, Ohio—a city known for its passionate sports fanbase. His upbringing in this vibrant sports environment was less about silver spoons and more about determination and hustle. While Glenville’s streets presented their challenges, they also shaped Paul’s indomitable spirit and business acumen. From selling retro sports jerseys from the trunk of his car to serendipitously meeting LeBron James, the seeds of a burgeoning empire were sown.
Crowning Achievements In The Court Of Sports
At the helm of Klutch Sports Group since 2012, Paul shifted the paradigms of sports management. Representing a roster that reads like the who’s who of the NBA, including the luminary LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and more, Paul’s negotiation skills have secured lucrative contracts for his clientele. It also makes him a force to be reckoned with in boardrooms across the nation.
Beyond The Court: Rich’s Personal Canvas
While the world often sees the assertive businessman, those close to Paul witness a tapestry of relationships, values, and beliefs. He values loyalty, evident in his longstanding friendship with LeBron James. Their bond transcends business, rooted in mutual respect and shared histories. It’s a testament to Paul’s character and his ability to foster and maintain relationships in a world where loyalties can be as fickle as team allegiances. Further, Paul’s acumen isn’t limited to sports. He’s spread his influence, venturing into media, music, and more realms. His endeavors are not just about wealth accumulation but also giving back. Through various charitable initiatives, he has championed causes close to his heart, ensuring his success leaves a positive imprint on communities.
Drawing The Curtain
As we chronicle the journey of this titan, it’s evident that Rich Paul is more than just a sports agent. He is a visionary, a strategist, and above all, a trailblazer. In sports and beyond, his legacy is firmly etched, and if the past is any indicator, the future holds even greater laurels for this maestro.
The Western Conference Finals have been tough for the LA Lakers. After dominating the Grizzlies and Warriors in the first two rounds of the playoffs, the Lakers appear to have met their match in the Nuggets. After falling to 0-2 after the opening games in Denver, the Lakers looked to right the ship as they took over hosting duties. However, it was not to be as the Nuggets took Game 3 119-108 and moved one step closer to the franchise’s first-ever Finals appearance. This is the Nuggets’ fourth time playing in the Conference Finals against the Lakers.
In attendance for the loss was a regular pair of faces for these playoffs. Kim Kardashian and North West have attended several Lakers home games during their Cinderella playoff run. This included speculation that Kim was dating a Laker thanks to her curve-hugging “I Love Nerds” top. The pair were once again in attendance as the Lakers eliminated the Warriors from the playoffs. Furthermore, Kim and her daughter have been spotted supporting Tristan Thompson, the former boyfriend of Kim’s sister Khloé. Thompson played 1 minute during the Lakers loss. Furthermore, Thompson has averaged 4.6 minutes across five appearances during the Playoffs.
Other Celebrities Attend Lakers Game
However, Kardashian was not the only celebrity in the stands at Crypto.com Arena. Sporting courtside seats were Grammy-winning artists Adele and Oscar-nominated actor Jake Gyllenhaal. Adele was sat beside sports agent Rich Paul, widely considered one of the most powerful men behind the scenes in the sports world. Furthermore, Paul has a long-time friendship with Lakers star, LeBron James.
Elsewhere, Hollywood was further represented by Jack Nicholson, Denzel Washington, Robert Pattinson, and Eddie Murphy. Meanwhile, the music world saw the likes of Flea, Jennifer Hudson, as well as record exes David Geffen and Jimmy Iovine. Hopefully, Kardashian and her daughter can inspire some good luck for the Lakers as the series continues on Monday. No NBA team has ever started a series 0-3 and come back to win the series. Three teams have tied the series after being 0-3 down but none of them won Game 7.
The NBA playoffs are not only home to the season’s best teams, packed-out games, and some of the best scoring all season. Fans are surprised with which celebrities have earned the game’s best view of being courtside. During Saturday’s game three matchups of the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors, Nia Long was spotted sitting next to vocal powerhouse Adele. The two were spotted leaning in and smiling in conversation. Additionally, the two add beauty to the game’s courtside.
Both Nia Long and Adele are not new to courtside life. Adele is engaged to NBA Agent, Rich Paul. Paul is the agent of Lebron James. He is also the head of sports at the United Talent Agency. As for Nia Long, she is the former girlfriend of now Houston Rocket’s coach Ime Udoka. Udoka is the former head coach of the Boston Celtics, who tied their series with the Pillidelpia 76ers last night. Last year, Udoka was fired as the head coach as his cheating scandal became public. The firing was due to the league’s strict regulation of an inappropriate relationship with female staffers. Nia and Ime share an 11-year-old son together from their 13-year-long relationship.
Nia Long & Adele at Game Three
Moreover, Nia has expressed her feelings about the breakup numerous times on social media. Her latest post stated “The best revenge is no revenge. Move on. Be Happy.” She has also made several public appearances on movie premiere red carpet events. During January’s red carpet of the You People premier, she took a series of photos with Omarion which created dating rumors. She has maintained her single status addressing the claims.
Furthermore, Nia’s public appearances have all received praise following the breakup. Her courtside appearance adds to the celebration as she continues to partake in public activities. The Lakers will face the Warriors on Monday night for game four of the series. The Lakers are leading the series by one win.
James Corden is a television host that you either love or hate. Regardless, you cannot deny that he has been immensely successful. He has helmed The Late Late Show since 2015, turning into a cultural behemoth with segments such as “Carpool Karaoke” and “Spill Your Guts”. He was also one of the first late-night shows to find success posting content to YouTube, following in the vein of Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show. The Late Late Show YouTube channel has had over 10 billion views and has over 27 million subscribers.
However, in 2022, it was announced that Corden would be leaving The Late Late Show in 2023. Furthermore, the show would not be finding a new host and instead, end its current run. The final edition of the show is scheduled to air at 12:30am EDT on April 27. That meant that show’s final week was expected to be the one that started to wrap things up, so that the final show could be a blowout finale.
Adele And Corden Swap Stories And Shed Tears
Carpool Karaoke has been a staple of the show for many years. Corden, or sometimes a special guest, drives around alongside a musical guest and belts out some tunes. There have been many, many famous faces in the segment over the years. However, British singer Adele is perhaps the most memorable appearance. She was the first guest on the segment and her appearance has since racked up 216 million views on YouTube.
Fittingly, Adele reunited with Corden for the segment’s last appearance on April 24. In a 21-minute segment on the show, the two joke about and share stories as they “drive James to work.” They also reflect on James’ legacy and experience with The Late Late Show before breaking out into song, as the tradition. Tears are shed and laughs shared as Corden and Adele share in the last edition of the segment they helped kickstart. It’s unknown what Corden’s next move will be. However, The Late Late Show will be replaced with a reboot of the panel show @midnight. The @midnight reboot is being produced by Funny or Die and Stephen Colbert. Are you sad about James Corden leaving?
We are now officially in the final week of The Late Late Show With James Corden. The departing host is making the last days of the show eventful, like with the emotional final “Carpool Karaoke” segment featuring Adele. An installment with Diddy aired days before that, and Corden says he thought that would be the final drive before Adele surprised him.
Corden was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night (April 24) and he explained:
“I didn’t know it was happening. I thought our last one was… the last one was with Diddy. We shot that and I had a blast, had a great time, it was brilliant. And I thought, ‘Oh, that’s our last one, he’s someone we always wanted to do, it was great.’ And then I’m in bed one day and I get woken up by Adele smashing these cymbals above me as I’m asleep, and she said, ‘It’s your last ‘Carpool’ and I’m going to drive you to work.’
So it was all very… it was amazing and I love her so much for doing it because she didn’t have to do that. And she’s been… you know, I think it’s evident if anybody’s seen it that we’ve… we moved here a week apart, basically, we moved to LA a week apart, and it’s been an incredible journey for both of our families and I’ll always… I can’t believe she did that for me.”