Angelina Jolie and British rapper Akala have denied romance rumours, but their friendship seems to be getting stronger. The couple has been spotted together twice a week. Akala was spotted at the Atelier Jolie showroom in New York City. “Atelier Jolie welcomed Mustafa to 57 Great Jones, hosting a special listening party and panel discussion for his debut album, Dunya, which is out now,” the fashion house’s account shared alongside a carousel featuring the singer.
The next day, Akala accompanied Jolie to the premiere of her latest film, “Maria,” during the New York Film Festival. Angelina was snapped at the film’s event, beaming with joy as she chatted with Akala.
Jolie’s children – Maddox, Pax, and Zahara – accompanied their mother to the show. The beloved actress and director portrays famous opera singer Maria Callas in the biopic.
© Grosby GroupAngelina Jolie attends the premiere of “Maria” with her children
According to People, a source confirmed that they are just friends despite the speculation. “She and Akala are not dating,” the insider said. “She’s a friend of his and his partner Chanel, who was there too.” A second informant said they had been friends “for several years.”
“They share the same passion when it comes to social and humanitarian issues,” the insider said. “They have done many collaborations over the years that focused on global issues such as human rights. Angie speaks highly of it.”
© Dave J Hogan Akala attends the MOBO Awards at First Direct Arena on November 4, 2015 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Dave J. Hogan/Dave J. Hogan/Getty Images)
According to PageSix, rumors of Akala and Jolie dating first surfaced in May 2024 when they were spotted together at the Calabash Literary Festival in Jamaica, where Jolie was accompanied by her daughters Zahara and Shiloh. In August of the same year, Akala was seen leaving the Jolie Hotel in Italy during the Venice International Film Festival.
If Jolie dates the singer, it will be her first public relationship since her divorce from Brad Pitt, with whom she shares Zahara, Shiloh, Maddox, Pax, Knox and Vivienne.
Following the divorce of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
After their split, communication between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt ceased, and the actor is said to have had limited contact with the children they share. According to informed sources, this has caused great emotional distress for all parties. Adding to this situation is that his daughter Shiloh recently removed her last name without informing him.
Recent reports indicate that Brad Pitt is considering moving in with his girlfriend, Ines De Ramone. This move could significantly distance him from his children, Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne. A source said: “Brad has called Los Angeles home for a long time, where his production company and much of his real estate are based, plus he always felt it was the best place to connect with his children and give them some stability.” Life and style. “But unfortunately, he rarely gets to see them these days, which is heartbreaking for him.”