Recent reports have linked Angelina Jolie, 49, with British rapper, activist, and author Akala, whose real name is Kingslee James McLean Daley, 40.
The two have been seen together at various events, including film premieres and literary festivals, sparking speculation about a possible romantic relationship…
Angelina Jolie and Akala. Photo: Maria Moratti/Getty; Dave Benett/Getty
Angelina Jolie is not romancing the British rapper Akala, a source tells PEOPLE.
Despite a recent report claiming that Jolie, 49, and Akala, 40, are spending time together in London, a source close to Jolie tells PEOPLE that the Oscar winner is simply “close friends with Akala and his partner”. The source stresses that Akala’s partner “has also been at every event” Jolie and Akala have appeared at in recent days.