Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls ‘worst year of her life’ after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

As I pore over these accounts of Adele’s epic Vegas residency, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of admiration and empathy for this extraordinary woman. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring, a testament to her resilience, talent, and unwavering commitment to her craft.


On Saturday night, Adele affectionately kissed her son Angelo and her fiancé Rich Paul following an emotional farewell speech that marked the conclusion of her highly successful two-year Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace.

The well-known British vocalist, aged 36, reminisced about her initial days in Sin City as “extremely challenging,” and labeled the year 2022, marked by last-minute gig cancellations, as the “toughest year she has ever experienced.

I regret to inform you that, at the eleventh hour, our entire 24-date residency had to be canceled due to the unfortunate fact that half my team contracted Covid-19. Unfortunately, we simply ran out of time to prepare and stage a safe and successful show.

On stage, Adele took a sip from a glass of wine and expressed her feelings to the crowd of 5,000 enthusiastic fans, as captured in a shared clip: “I’m really sad that this residency has come to an end, but I’m incredibly grateful that it even occurred. Believe me, I truly am.

‘It got off to such a f****** rocky rocky way, it was one of the worst year’s of my life. I was being punched around, it was horrible and I was told it was career suicide and Vegas would never forgive me for [cancelling] so last minute’. 

Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

In a choked-up voice, he confessed, ‘Earlier, we were conversing like a united team. It was then that the tears began to flow for me, if I hadn’t performed on the show I decided to cancel, I wouldn’t be here today, completing my 100th show.’

She continued by saying: “When something seems off or uncomfortable to you, regardless of the situation, always trust your intuition. If something doesn’t feel right, refrain from doing it.

I’m absolutely thrilled and filled with immense pride! I’m incredibly proud not just of myself, but also my team, the band, and my fans. I’m deeply grateful to Las Vegas for providing me with a precious second opportunity.

After delivering her speech, she navigated towards the crowd to find Rich, who she confirmed her engagement with in August. She also hugged her son, a child they share with her former husband Simon Konecki, who is 50 years old.

In 2022, spectators hailing from various parts of the globe like the UK traveled to Las Vegas, spending between $85 and $12,000 on tickets (and up to $30,000 on the black market), all in anticipation of attending the opening performance.

However, as the final 24 hours approached, the famous British artist decided to call off the entire 24-night schedule, which was expected to earn her $685,000 (approximately £500,000) per show, including merchandise sales – breaking the Vegas record for a single performance.

The series ‘Weekends With Adele’, scheduled to run until April in Las Vegas, had all its tickets sold out. However, Adele expressed her apologies on Instagram, stating that her show wasn’t prepared yet because the team ran out of time to prepare it properly.

I’ve left no stone unturned, pouring every ounce of effort into ensuring a timely and high-quality production for you. Unfortunately, delivery delays and the relentless impact of COVID have taken their toll. A significant portion of my team is still battling COVID, making it an uphill struggle to complete the show as planned.

Apologies for the inconvenience, dear followers. Despite our best efforts and working tirelessly for over 30 hours straight, we’ve unfortunately run out of time before we could finalize our plans for today’s event. I am deeply disappointed, ashamed, and sincerely apologetic to everyone who traveled to be here. I truly regret the situation, and I am sorry from the bottom of my heart.

@adele.adkins.vids

Adele plants a kiss on both #richpaul and #adeleson during her last performance at Weekend 50 of the Adele series, held at Caesars Palace in Vegas as part of her residency. This special evening was filled with excitement, music, and memorable moments, making it a must-see event for fans everywhere, from the Colosseum to social media, where it went viral. The iconic singer graced the stage, delivering a stunning live performance that left everyone in awe during her weekend getaway in Vegas. #Weekend50 #weekendswithadele #Adele2024 #30era #adele30album #adele25 #adele19 #daydreamer #finalshows

♬ original sound – Adele💫🎵

Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

Spectators expressed their goodwill towards her and her team, yet wondered aloud as to why Adele and her crew reached this decision on the very day before her initial performance.

Announcements for Adele’s “Weekends With Adele” residency were made in November 2021, yet the lead-up to it wasn’t without its bumps in the road.

Adele and her ex-husband split up in 2019 and she found her life under the spotlight once again.

In that interview with CBS, she expressed her ongoing struggle to come to terms with the decision she made to significantly change her child’s life for her own benefit, and it continues to make her uneasy.

Before her last performance, Adele disclosed that she felt drained, both emotionally and physically, after performing for two years straight.

Following an incredibly profitable and triumphant series of performances, including a 10-night stint at a custom-made stadium in Munich, Adele is now preparing to retire her microphone, feeling drained and worn out by the numerous concerts.

In a recent interview before her final performance this weekend, the artist known for “Hello” expressed her readiness to take an extended break from her fans, eagerly anticipating ample rest in bed and savoring some red wine – a treat she’s been avoiding due to its effects on her vocal cords.

At one of her recent performances in Sin City, Adele addressed her audience members, including The Mirror, saying: “Performing four hours a weekend of entirely live singing can be quite taxing. I tend to chat a lot, and I’m extremely sensitive and emotional. After these shows, I’m truly exhausted. And I make sure to bring each and every one of you into my heart, taking you with me as I return home.

In a humorous acknowledgement of the strain her remarkable shows have caused, Adele playfully compared herself to the disheveled “pigeon lady” character from Home Alone, implying that her late-night returns after weekend performances have left her with an unkempt, worn-out appearance.

On Fridays and Saturdays, this top performer graces the stage, but she shared that from Sundays to Thursdays, she’s been completely recovering. Despite her affection for these performances, she’s now prepared for them to conclude.

To all my dear fans, I’m deeply grateful to Las Vegas for providing me with that incredible opportunity for a second chance 💗

— Adelettes (@Adelettes2) November 24, 2024

Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close
Tearful Adele kisses son Angelo, 11, and fiancée Rich Paul as she recalls 'worst year of her life' after cancelling 2022 Vegas shows in emotional speech as she draws sell out residency in the city to a close

@xdd.adele

Oh, Adele, we’re going to miss you a lot. #Adele #AdeleAdkins #xoAdele #WeekendsWithAdele #AdeleVegas #AdeleFans #AdeleVegasResidency #AdeleMusic #Daydreamer #AdeleConcert

♬ original sound – xavier

Reflecting on the culmination of her long-awaited marathon run in Las Vegas, Adele expressed: ‘This achievement is significant for me because it’s both incredibly joyful and deeply emotional. For four years, this project has consumed my thoughts…four years of planning for just one concept. So I’m eagerly anticipating having ample time to shower affection on my children, my partner, and perhaps another child. To cherish my home as well.’

According to the report, the singer of Hometown Glory expressed a desire to return to her personal life.

In conversation with the audience, Adele mentioned that her original intentions were straightforward – to savor a glass of red wine, a beverage she typically abstained from due to its tendency to affect her negatively by causing intoxication, drying out her vocal cords, and leading to severe hangovers.

She went on to say: “On Saturday night, I’ll likely indulge in a good amount of red wine. That’s the highlight once the show concludes! After that, I believe I’ll just relax and unwind until the end of the year. It seems like I might be starting my hibernation early.

After her residency concludes, the well-known celebrity from Tottenham shared her future intentions, which involve spending more time in bed watching numerous TV shows. She mentioned that this leisurely activity often brings her a sense of comfort.

She could find the motivation to establish a New Year’s resolution, allowing her the opportunity to fully commit to it and make it a priority.

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