Despite recent speculation, Angelina Jolie is not actually dating rapper Akala, People reported on October 22. A source close to the actress said that their relationship is simply that of close friends. In addition, Akala’s partner has also been present at every event Jolie has attended in recent days.

“They both work together. She is still focused on her family and is not currently dating,” the source revealed. Previously, at the end of August, another close source also confirmed that Angelina and Akala were not in a relationship, and that they had actually been friends for many years.

“Angelina is his friend. They share a passion for social activism and humanitarian issues,” the source said. In addition, the source also revealed that the two have collaborated on several campaigns related to human rights activities. The actress is said to respect and appreciate Akala very much.

Both appeared in Venice in August 2024. Photo: Backgrid .

Rumors of a romance between Angelina Jolie and Akala began in May. At the time, In Touch reported that the two had been dating for over a year. The two were later spotted leaving a hotel together during their trip to the Venice Film Festival in August.

Recently, according to The Sun , the duo was spotted staying together for two nights at a hotel.

Angelina Jolie checked into The Corinthia Hotel in London on Wednesday evening (October 16). Akala also entered the hotel through a separate entrance. The actress and the rapper stayed in the hotel before leaving on Friday afternoon (October 18).

Akala reportedly snuck out of the hotel in Angelina’s car. Hours later, the pair attended the London Film Festival premiere of Angelina’s new film, albeit separately. After the event, the Maleficent star and the rapper dined together at the posh Soho House restaurant.

Akala was the first person rumored to be dating Angelina Jolie after the star divorced Brad Pitt. Recently, she has been quite secretive about her personal life, mostly sharing about her work.