During one of her recent performances at the Las Vegas Weekends With Adele residency, a courageous queer fan took the spotlight by asking for Adele’s hand in marriage. However, Adele gracefully declined, revealing that she identifies as straight and is in a relationship with sports agent Rich Paul.
In a touching moment of interaction with her audience, Adele responded to the fan’s proposal, saying, “You can’t marry me, I’m straight, my love. And my husband’s here tonight. He’s here.” This polite refusal left the fan with a dropped jaw, but the singer’s honesty was evident. Adele has been romantically linked to Rich Paul since 2021, though marriage reports remain unconfirmed.
This incident isn’t isolated, as a similar situation occurred at one of Kelly Clarkson’s recent Las Vegas residency shows. In July, a fan held up a sign that read, “My girlfriend gave me a hall pass for you.” Clarkson’s reply was equally candid, stating, “If I was into chicks, I’d take up the offer. I just unfortunately like d***s.”
While these encounters showcase the courage of queer fans expressing their admiration for straight artists, they stand in stark contrast to the regrettable trend of concert-goers throwing objects at performers, sometimes resulting in injuries. With Las Vegas residencies by artists like Clarkson, Adele, Lady Gaga, and Usher, there are ample opportunities for fans to make their voices heard and show their appreciation in more positive ways.
As queer fans continue to express themselves with respect and admiration, they contribute to a more inclusive and accepting atmosphere in the world of music and entertainment.