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Also Known As Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
Born May 5, 1988 (age 38) • England
Awards And Honors Grammy Award for best new artist • Grammy Award (2017) • Grammy Award (2011) • Grammy Award (2008)
Notable Works “19” • “21”

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