Adele

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, better known as Adele, is an English singer-songwriter. Born on May 5, 1988, Adele rose to fame with her powerful mezzo-soprano vocals and incredible songwriting skills. She has received numerous accolades, including 16 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. After graduating from the BRIT School in 2006, Adele signed a record deal with XL Recordings. Her debut album, '19', released in 2008, featured hit singles like 'Chasing Pavements' and 'Make You Feel My Love'. Her second studio album, '21', released in 2011, became the best-selling album of the 21st century, with over 31 million copies sold worldwide.