Adele has openly expressed her support for Dua Lipa, considering her as the "new star of pop music".
During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter at their Women in Entertainment event, Adele spoke at length about her experience in the music industry and current life in Los Angeles. In addition, she was excited about Dua Lipa's return to music.
"I'm also very excited that Dua Lipa is back," she said. "When I first heard (starts singing) 'I've got new rules, I count 'em,' I remember saying to my manager, 'Wow! She will be the new star of pop music. I'm so excited that she's back [in music].”
Adele and Dua released a photo together and many people submitted a request in the comments: They want a collaboration between them!