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Adele Then & Now: See Photos of the ‘Easy on Me’ Singer’s Glamorous Transformation

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December 7, 2023 10:57AM EST
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Celebrate Adele’s birthday with a look at her glamour evolution over the years, from when she first came on the scene in 2008, all the way to becoming a Grammy-winning artist!

Adele has truly transformed since bursting onto the music scene in 2006. Going from a low-key singer-songwriter to an all-around music diva, it’s no wonder her style has shifted over the years. And it’s not just her duds that have evolved. From showing off long locks and bangs with dark-colored outfits in 2006-2008 to stepping on stage with lighter strands and no bangs to cutting her hair into a classic bob in 2011, this talented lady sure knows how to leave a lasting impression!

Whether we’re admiring her in an elegant gown as she’s accepting her armfuls of Grammys or cheering her on as she poses in casual sweaters for a gorgeous photoshoot, Adele always hits the mark.

Click through the gallery to check out photos of Adele’s glamourous evolution through the years.

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Adele: Photos Of Her Transformation

Adele: Photos Of Her Transformation
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Adele looks low-key as she performs on stage at the Miles Davis Hall during the 42nd Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland in July 2008. She wore a striped top and played her acoustic guitar softly.

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Adele at Radio 1 ‘Big Weekend’

Adele at Radio 1 ‘Big Weekend’
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Adele performs at Radio 1 ‘Big Weekend’ in Mote Park, Kent in Britain on May 10, 2008. The gorgeous singer belted her heart out for her new fans!

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Adele at the Keep a Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball

Adele at the Keep a Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball
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Adele at the Keep A Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York in 2008. She wore a black trenchcoat styler overcoat, black pants and black shoes while showing off her blunt bangs.

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Adele at the 2008 Brit Awards

Adele at the 2008 Brit Awards
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Adele smiles at the Brit Awards in 2008. She kept her hair back in a low thick bun and wore a classy black outfit. 

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Adele Does ‘The Paul O’Grady Show’

Adele Does ‘The Paul O’Grady Show’
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Adele at ‘The Paul O’Grady Show’ in London, England in Apr. 2008. She wore an awesome hairstyle that had her own hair tied into a bow and a black outfit.

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Adele at the Nationwide Mercury Music Prize

Adele at the Nationwide Mercury Music Prize
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Adele at the Nationwide Mercury Music Prize at Grosvenor House Hotel in London, England in 2008. She kept her hair down and wore chic black.

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Adele at the Keep a Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball

Adele at the Keep a Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball
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Adele at the Keep A Child Alive’s 5th Annual Black Ball at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York on Nov. 13, 2008. Adele looked lovely, rocking her fringe and her long hair in a ponytail. 

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Adele at the 15th Annual Out 100 Awards

Adele at the 15th Annual Out 100 Awards
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Adele at the 15th Annual Out 100 Awards in New York on Nov. 14, 2008. She looked so sweet wearing a black dress and gray coat with her look. 

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Adele Poses for a Portrait

Adele Poses for a Portrait
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Adele poses for a portrait in West Hollywood, CA. She wore a tan sweater and kept her long hair back in a low ponytail while rocking a smokey eye.

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Adele Stuns at a Photoshoot

Adele Stuns at a Photoshoot
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Adele gazes at the camera at a photoshoot in 2009. She looked gorgeous with dark eye makeup and hoop earrings.

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Adele at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards

Adele at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards
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Adele doubles up at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2009. She took home trophies for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for “Chasing Pavements”.

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Adele at the ‘Glamour’ Magazine Women of the Year Awards

Adele at the ‘Glamour’ Magazine Women of the Year Awards
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Adele at the Glamour Magazine Women of the Year Awards in London on June 2, 2009. She looked radiant with her signature eye makeup and stunning hairdo.

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Adele at the 2009 VH1 Divas Event

Adele at the 2009 VH1 Divas Event
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Adele dazzles at the 2009 VH1 Divas at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in Brooklyn on Sept. 17, 2009. She stunned a gorgeous, embroidered dress with a chic cardigan.

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Adele on ‘Later With Jools Holland’

Adele on ‘Later With Jools Holland’
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Adele performs on ‘Later with Jools Holland’ in London, England in 2011. Going for a retro look, she had her long hair in curls and wore a black dress.

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Adele on ‘The Jonathan Ross Show’

Adele on ‘The Jonathan Ross Show’
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Adele performs on ‘The Jonathan Ross Show’ in London on Sept. 3, 2011. She looked so gorgeous as she performed.

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Adele at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards

Adele at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards
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Adele teases the crowd at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles in 2011. Looking like a diva, she wore big hair with a black dress and matching heels.

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Adele at the Brit Awards In 2011

Adele at the Brit Awards In 2011
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Adele performs onstage during the Brit Awards at The O2 Arena in London in 2011. She had her hair back in a rare updo while taking the mic. 

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Adele Poses Aheads of the 2011 Brit Awards

Adele Poses Aheads of the 2011 Brit Awards
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Adele poses at the 2011 Brit Awards and looks flawless. She wore a black dress and black heels to the event.

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Adele Performs in Germany

Adele Performs in Germany
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Adele performs on stage in Germany in 2011. She gave off a passionate look during this moment.

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Adele Poses in New York

Adele Poses in New York
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Adele poses for a portrait in New York for People in 2011. She smiled and kept her long hair in a low ponytail.

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Adele Sings Her Heart Out

Adele Sings Her Heart Out
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Adele belts out a song during the 54th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. She wore a black gown that had a sheer top and polka dots all over it.

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Adele Carries an Armful of Grammys

Adele Carries an Armful of Grammys
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Adele holds up her collection of Grammy Awards backstage at the 2012 ceremony. She looked so happy to be there.

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Adele at a Lady Gaga Concert

Adele at a Lady Gaga Concert
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Adele and then-husband Simon Konecki pose and smile at a Lady Gaga concert at Annabel’s in London in 2013. She wore her hair up in a messy high bun and wore a loose black outfit with minimal makeup.

April 27, 2020, 12:10PM
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Adele Greets Fans at Radio City Music Hall

Adele Greets Fans at Radio City Music Hall
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Adele dazzles as she greets her fans after her concert at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Nov. 15, 2015. She looked truly lovely in this glittering dress!

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Adele at the ‘Skavlan’ TV show Filming

Adele at the ‘Skavlan’ TV show Filming
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Adele charms the ‘Skavlan’ TV Show filming at the London Studios on Dec. 3, 2015. She stunned with her amazing vocals and with her equally lovely look. 

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Adele at Glastonbury Festival 2016

Adele at Glastonbury Festival 2016
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Adele brings down the house on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival in 2016. She glittered in a long sequin-heavy dress by Chloe.

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Adele at the 2016 Brit Awards

Adele at the 2016 Brit Awards
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Adele stuns in scarlet at The Brit Awards in London on Feb. 24, 2016. She looked gorgeous in a rufflings Giambattista Valli gown with a rich red lip.

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Adele on the 2017 Grammys Red Carpet

Adele on the 2017 Grammys Red Carpet
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Adele stuns on the red carpet of the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017. She wore a green Givenchy gown with pleats, weaving, and bead-dotted sleeves.

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Adele Beams on the Red Carpet

Adele Beams on the Red Carpet
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Adele smiles at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017. She had her hair up in a stylish twist, and went with glam makeup.

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Adele at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards

Adele at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards
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Adele apologizes before restarting a performance tribute to George Michael at the 59th annual Grammy Awards, in Los Angeles, CA. She wore an incredible black number for the 2017 event.

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Adele Holds Her Grammys at the 2017 Awards

Adele Holds Her Grammys at the 2017 Awards
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Adele is all smiles as she poses with her trophies at the 2017 Grammy Awards. Looking every bit the beauty, she wore a green Givenchy dress with tons of intricate details to the event.

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Adele Accepts Song of the Year

Adele Accepts Song of the Year
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Adele and producer Greg Kurstin accept the award for Song of the Year for ‘Hello’ at the 59th annual Grammy Awards, in Los Angeles, CA in 2017. She looked thrilled about the win.

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Adele Is Ecstatic to Win Album of the Year

Adele Is Ecstatic to Win Album of the Year
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Adele accepts the award for Album of the Year for ’25’ at the 59th annual Grammy Awards, in Los Angeles, CA in 2017. She was super excited about the moment on stage.

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Adele at the Grenfell Tower Memorial Service

Adele at the Grenfell Tower Memorial Service
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Adele walks around the Grenfell Tower Memorial Service at St Paul’s Cathedral in London in Dec. 2017. She wore a black coat during the outing.

April 27, 2020, 12:19PM
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Adele Looks Cozy in a Sweater Dress at Nobu

Adele Looks Cozy in a Sweater Dress at Nobu
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Adele enjoys a night out with friends at Nobu in Malibu on Oct. 26, 2019. The “Rolling in the Deep” singer was surrounded by friends and security as she snuck her way out of the restaurant. Adele continued the party all the way to the parking lot as she is seen carrying a drink to her car.

January 4, 2022, 3:35PM
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Adele Attends a Lakers Game

Adele Attends a Lakers Game
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Adele giggles while sitting courtside at the NBA playoff game between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 19, 2021. She wowed in a brown leather suit with a hint of cleavage while sitting with sports agent Rich Paul, her rumored beau.

January 4, 2022, 3:34PM
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Adele Roots for the Lakers

Adele Roots for the Lakers
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Adele and sports agent Rich Paul watch the Golden State Warriors play the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 19, 2021. The songstress watched with excitement.

January 4, 2022, 3:34PM
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Adele and Rich Paul Leave the London Palladium

Adele and Rich Paul Leave the London Palladium
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Adele glitters in a black gown as she slips out of The London Palladium with boyfriend Rich Paul on Nov. 6, 2021. She looked like an old Hollywood starlet.

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Adele Glows Leaving the London Palladium

Adele Glows Leaving the London Palladium
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Adele stuns as she heads home from a night at The London Palladium on Nov. 6, 2021. She glittered in a black gown with tumbling golden curls.

January 4, 2022, 3:34PM
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Adele at the 2022 BRIT Awards

Adele at the 2022 BRIT Awards
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Adele oozes pure glamor at the 42nd BRIT Awards at the O2 Arena in London on Feb. 8, 2022. Her plunging black gown featured a sheer, polka dot train and matching shoulders.

May 5, 2022, 11:17AM
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