Adele Explains What Really Happened in That Meme-Worthy Photo - Blog

Singer Adele has now shared the story behind that viral photo of her looking less than entertained at the NBA All-Star game last month. During her concert in Las Vegas this past weekend, she took a moment to give fans some context around the meme that spread widely online.

Adele was caught on camera with a serious expression at the February basketball event as she watched the action courtside. Within days, the clip of her disinterested face had blown up on social media. Thousands shared the video and jokingly speculated what might have been going through her mind.

Speaking to the crowd in Vegas, Adele set the record straight. She explained that she was actually trying to spot Michael Jordan in the crowd when the camera operators approached. According to Adele, they asked twice if they could film her, but she politely declined both times, as her shows in the city had just been canceled, and she wasn’t in the mood for more spotlight.

Unfortunately, the camera rolled anyway without her consent. Unaware it would be broadcast on TV, Adele looked everywhere but at the lens in hopes they’d leave her alone. When the clip later surfaced online accompanied by amused comments, she came to realize her sullen courtside appearance had sparked a viral trend.

While some poked fun at her expense, Adele didn’t seem too bothered by the memes during her show. She laughed off the rumors the photo sparked about lip fillers, clarifying she simply wasn’t in a celebratory mood that day. In sharing her story, Adele gave fans a lighthearted look into what really went down during her infamous timeout from fame at the NBA showcase.