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Adele Passes on Seven-Figure Memoir Offer

Kat Lee — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:36:48 +0000

Perhaps because Adele keeps her personal life so private it would be a surprise to no one that a memoir penned by the songstress would make big bucks. Unfortunately for fans, Adele turned down a seven-figure book deal from Harper Collins because she's too young to write a memoir... just yet.

Adele Has a Bunch of Grammys, an Oscar and No Driver's License

Jessica Sager — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 01:20:02 +0000

Adele has a slew of trophies, a kid, millions of dollars … and no driver’s license. She wants to change that last part. A source explained to The Sun that the ‘Skyfall’ songstress has been too busy doing things like selling enough records to circle the planet, going on tour and having a life to [...]

Is Adele Recording Another James Bond Song?

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:51:44 +0000

Since she won an Oscar for Best Original Song her effort with ‘Skyfall,’ it would stand to reason that producers and powers-that-be of the James Bond franchise would want songstress Adele to record another Bond theme. A source told The Sun that “producers are thrilled by how well the song has been received and hope [...]

Adele Awards Her Baby Boy an Adorable 'Best Son' Miniature Oscar [PHOTO]

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:13:32 +0000

A little over a week ago, Adele took home her very own Oscar for her flawless song 'Skyfall' -- and she also brought a mini-Oscar back across the pond for her child, awarding him the title of "Best Son."

Good thing he's too young to realize he's also her only son.

Adele Documentary in the Works?

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 01:11:11 +0000

If Beyonce can do it, why can’t her fellow belter Adele? And no, we’re not talking about being a celebrated singer or having her first child last year, either. We’re talking about being the subject of a cable TV documentary! After Bey’s widely viewed ‘Life Is But a Dream’ doc was one of the most-talked [...]

Barbra Streisand, Adele + Shirley Bassey Got Together For the Last Diva Photo You'll Ever Need

Cassandra Rose — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:18:51 +0000

Ever wondered what the Powerpuff Girls would look like in real life? Well, look no further than Barbra Streisand, Adele and Shirley Bassey, who -- after killing it at the Oscars -- hung out together at the Governor's Ball.

With their powers combined they are ... Captain ~~Planet~~ Diva!

Adele Brings the House Down With 'Skyfall' at the 2013 Oscars [VIDEO]

Jessica Sager — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 04:23:26 +0000

The 2013 Oscars were business as usual for Adele. And by “business as usual,” we mean “she slayed and acted like it was nothing.” With her flowing strawberry blond hair down instead of in her usual bouffant, the British chanteuse looked looser than ever, and her performance of the Oscar-winning ‘Skyfall’ reflected as much. Owning [...]

Adele's "Skyfall" Wins Best Original Song at the 2013 Oscars

Nick Romano — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 04:16:15 +0000

Adele was honored with the 2013 Oscar for Best Original Song for her theme song to the latest James Bond flick ‘Skyfall‘ of the same name. The Best Original Song category for the 2013 Oscars included such titles as “Before My Time” from ‘Chasing Ice,’ “Pi’s Lullaby’ from ‘Life of Pi,’ “Suddenly” from ‘Les Miserables’ and “Everybody [...]

Adele Is Not 'Far Along' on Third Album

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 21:41:08 +0000

British songstress Adele is basking in the glow of new motherhood since her son was born in October, as well as enjoying her Golden Globe win and Oscar nomination for her James Bond theme 'Skyfall.' That leaves little time for her to work on her third album, the follow-up to her critically and commercially adored smash '21.'

Jennifer Lopez Saves Adele From Party Crasher at 2013 Grammys

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 04:03:38 +0000

Well this should be cause for concern among celebs about the security at the Grammys. A would-be speech crasher with a history of bugging celebs at high-profile events was about to swoop in and annoy Adele as she accepted her Grammy for Best Solo Pop Performance on Sunday night (Feb. 10) when Jennifer Lopez swooped in and saved the day with quick flick of her sunkissed wrist.

Adele's Father Complains to Press That He's Never Met Her Son

Jessica Sager — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:45:52 +0000

Adele has an estranged -- at best -- relationship with her father, in part because of her parents' split and in part because he speaks about her in the press. Her dad, Mark Evans, spoke to the press once again in hopes of gaining her attention and access to her new baby boy ... but it's probably not going to happen.

Adele to Perform 'Skyfall' at Oscars

Nadine Cheung — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:19:19 +0000

Adele will be rubbing elbows with A-list celebs once again next month, as she has just been confirmed to perform ‘Skyfall’ at the the 85th Academy Awards. The 24-year-old has been nominated for Best Original Song for her James Bond theme, which bears the same name as its 2012 movie. The appearance will mark the [...]

Adele Discusses Motherhood Backstage at 2013 Golden Globes

Jessica Sager — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:04:21 +0000

Adele isn't just the proud new owner of a statuette to add to her hefty mantle, but she's also a proud mama. The 'Skyfall' songstress chatted with Us Weekly about her bundle of joy backstage at the 2013 Golden Globes ceremony, and it's pretty clear she couldn't be more thrilled with motherhood. As if you needed another reason to love her!

Adele Wins Golden Globe for Best Original Song for 'Skyfall'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 04:17:59 +0000

Almost a year after scooping up an armful of Grammys, British songstress Adele picked up her very first Golden Globe Award tonight (Jan. 13) for Best Original Song for 'Skyfall,' her theme song for the latest James Bond film of the same name.

Adele Gives an Adorable Speech After Winning at the 2013 Golden Globes [VIDEO]

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 03:06:24 +0000

Adele scored her very first Golden Globe for Best Original Song at Sunday’s ceremony, and no one was more surprised than the singer herself. The first-time winner (and nominee) accepted her award for ‘Skyfall’ from the James Bond movie of the same name, and was equal parts excited and shocked as she took the stage. [...]

David Ryan Harris Answers Adele's 'Someone Like You' [VIDEO]

CJ — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:22:24 +0000

David Ryan Harris has written a song that answers Adele’s ‘Someone Like You’.Singer-songwriter David Ryan Harris has worked with the likes of John Mayer (with whom Harris is currently on tour), Dave Matthews, and Santana. Harris has also worked with artists such as Sister Hazel, Better Than Ezra, and Collective Soul. If you remotely love [...]

Let's Play 'Bond Trivia'!

Steve Wiley — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:20:23 +0000

2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Ian Fleming’s flamboyant, Martini loving, womanizing super spy James Bond. The latest installment in the 007 Saga, Skyfall, raked in nearly $88 million over the weekend. The title song from Adele is top 10. I LOVE James Bond movies! Haven’t seen Skyfall yet, but friends tell me it doesn’t [...]

Adele Would Only Diet If Weight Affected Her Sex Life

Nadine Cheung — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 15:00:49 +0000

Adele‘s weight is often being scrutinized, but the 24-year-old singer pays the critics no mind. In fact, she says that the only way she’ll diet is if it affects her sex life negatively. According to The Sun, the Grammy-winning star remarks: “I read a comment on YouTube that I thought would upset me — ‘Test [...]

Adele's Baby Brings Out the Worst in Twitter

Jeff Giles — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:37:31 +0000

In news that we’re filing under “disgusting, but not surprising,” reports have surfaced regarding a spate of terribly nasty tweets that were sent to Adele after word broke regarding the recent birth of her son. The UK’s Daily Mail reports on the outbreak, which started “just minutes” after the birth was announced, and included insults [...]

Adele Gives Birth to Baby Boy!

Jessica Sager — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 15:30:18 +0000

Congratulations Adele! Reports say that the 24-year-old singer gave birth to a bouncing baby boy last week — but in typical Adele fashion, she managed to keep it under wraps. While neither the ‘Someone Like You’ singer nor her reps have confirmed nor denied reports, the timeline matches up for Adele to have given birth. [...]