Adele’s Las Vegas residency just got a whole lot more iconic—thanks to a moment that melted hearts around the world. During one of her shows at The Colosseum, Adele spotted Celine Dion in the crowd and did what any true fan would: she sprinted towards her idol and gave her a tearful, heartfelt hug. What followed was a magical exchange that had everyone in the audience wiping away their own tears.

Adele’s Deep Admiration for Celine

Now, if you’re not already aware, Adele and Celine share more than just impressive vocal cords. Adele, the queen of emotional ballads, has been open about how much she admires the Canadian legend. In fact, she has openly gushed about Celine Dion, calling her one of her biggest inspirations. It’s not just about the music for Adele—she even keeps a piece of Celine’s chewing gum in a frame as one of her most prized possessions. Yes, you read that right! That’s how deep Adele’s fan-girl love goes​.

Tears, Hugs, and a Touch of Magic

When Adele saw Celine in the crowd, it was clear that this was more than a chance encounter—it was a dream come true for the British singer. As soon as Adele laid eyes on Celine, she couldn’t hold back the tears. The moment was pure magic. The two music icons, both emotional, embraced and held hands for a few seconds before Celine wiped away her own tears. In true Adele fashion, she couldn’t contain her emotion, either, as she lovingly touched Celine’s face in a powerful, intimate moment that seemed to say, “You’re my hero.”

The Colosseum: A Special Venue for Legends

It wasn’t just the hug that made this moment so special. The venue itself, The Colosseum, has deep significance to Celine Dion, who famously performed there for years. Adele, now the reigning queen of Las Vegas residencies, has made it her own stage, and this meeting of two musical legends in the same venue felt like an unofficial passing of the torch from one diva to the next​.

Fans Left in Awe

And let’s not forget the crowd. The audience in the venue? They were left absolutely speechless. As the emotional moment unfolded, fans were undoubtedly wiping their own tears as they watched two of the biggest voices in music share a hug of mutual respect and admiration. If you were lucky enough to be there, you probably still can’t stop talking about it.

Adele’s History of Iconic Encounters

This isn’t the first time Adele has stopped a show for a star-studded moment. She famously paused her show to hug Paul McCartney the year before. But this meeting with Celine? This one was truly a highlight for fans who worship both these vocal legends. If you were wondering what happens when two music icons meet—it’s tears, it’s love, and it’s absolutely priceless.

So, the next time you go to an Adele concert, be ready. You never know which legend might show up to give you a front-row seat to history.