They say he’s with her for fame—but Rich Paul had built an empire long before Adele ever sang his name. As the powerhouse behind Klutch Sports and billion-dollar deals, he didn’t need the spotlight—he earned it. Together, they’re not chasing attention; they’re redefining power couple goals, proving love can exist between two people who already shine on their own. 🔗

Adele Pushes Back on Rumors That Rich Paul Is Using Her Fame — and the Numbers Back Her Up

Rumors often move faster than reality — especially when two global names form a relationship.
And lately, chatter has centered on a persistent claim: that Rich Paul, one of the most prominent sports agents in modern athletics, is dating Adele “to increase his popularity.”

But the narrative doesn’t survive contact with the facts.

Rich Paul Was a Power Player Long Before Adele
Rich Paul didn’t become influential because of fame — he became famous because of influence.

He founded Klutch Sports Group in 2012 and built it into one of the most powerful agencies in the NBA.
His earliest marquee success came through LeBron James — and he went on to represent a slate of All-Stars:

Anthony Davis

Draymond Green

Trae Young

Ben Simmons

That was all long before he ever appeared courtside next to Adele.

A single statistic puts the rumor in perspective:

Klutch has closed more than $1 billion in player contracts.

That number — not a celebrity romance — is why Paul is regularly listed by Forbes among the most powerful sports agents in the world.

He is also co-head of UTA Sports — a role usually reserved for the highest earners in the business.

Adele: Fame That Needs No Help
Adele, for her part, is one of the most decorated artists of the modern era — more than 120 million albums sold, 16 Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, and the best-selling album of the 21st century so far (21).

Her global name recognition is its own ecosystem.

So when they stepped out publicly together in 2021, this was not publicity supporting a newcomer.

It was two established empires crossing paths.

“He is not frazzled by it at all.”
Adele herself has already addressed the rumor directly — with clarity and calm.

She has said publicly that he is not overwhelmed by her fame and not using her spotlight — noting that she has “never been in love like this,” and that he handles the attention with total steadiness.

In her words — the attention does not shake him.

A Partnership of Equals — Not a PR Exchange

Rich Paul’s memoir Lucky Me (published in 2023) received strong media coverage — but the industry was tracking his influence long before he held hands with the world’s top ballad maker.

The couple has moved with quiet confidence — courtside appearances, Vegas residency moments, and those oft-quoted “husband” references that continue to spark wedding speculation.

Their lives intersect because of success — not for it.

One was already one of the most powerful agents in sports.

One was already one of the most powerful voices in music.

And the data — not the rumor mill — makes that clear. To