20 times actors quit Hollywood and why they came back

The Iconic Hollywood Sign - Source: Getty
The Iconic Hollywood Sign - Source: Getty

12. Adele

Adele performs onstage at Messe München / Image Source: Getty
Adele performs onstage at Messe München / Image Source: Getty

Adele became a global sensation with her albums 19, 21, and 25, delivering hits like Rolling in the Deep and Hello. After her 2016 tour, she announced a hiatus, stepping away for five years to focus on privacy and personal growth. In 2021, she returned with 30, a deeply personal album exploring motherhood, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Her comeback was celebrated worldwide, showing the power of taking time to grow and create authentically.

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Edited by Sarah Nazamuddin Harniswala