On June 1, 2024—the very first day of Pride Month—Adele was delivering a powerful performance during her Las Vegas residency when she paused the music to address a heckler in a moment that quickly went viral.

Seated at the piano, Adele responded with fierce clarity to a fan who shouted, “Pride sucks.” Without missing a beat, she fired back: “Did you come to my fing show and just say that Pride sucks? Are you fing stupid? Don’t be so f***ing ridiculous. If you have nothing nice to say, shut up, alright?”

The crowd erupted, electrified by Adele’s unapologetic defense of Pride and the LGBTQ+ community. Social media flooded with praise, with one fan perfectly summing up the moment: “And that’s why she’s mother,” celebrating Adele as a fierce and outspoken ally.

Later, some videos suggested the heckler might have actually said “Work sucks,” not “Pride sucks,” sparking speculation that the confrontation may have been a misunderstanding. Yet, regardless of the exact words, Adele’s fiery response struck a chord with fans and reinforced her strong support for Pride Month.

Adele’s advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes is well documented. In 2016, she dedicated a show to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. She regularly marks Pride Month with rainbow-themed outfits and celebratory confetti during performances, underscoring her commitment to the community.

This unforgettable night stands as a vivid reminder of Adele’s unwavering dedication to respect, kindness, and equality—both onstage and beyond.