Angelina Jolie ‘seems totally infatuated’ with Akala despite rapper’s relationship with GF, claims source
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Angelina Jolie has been at the center of speculation once again, this time for her close relationship with British rapper Akala, even though he is reportedly in a committed relationship.
According to sources, Jolie seems "infatuated" with the 40-year-old artist, raising eyebrows as friends suggest the situation could lead to scandal, reminiscent of her past with Brad Pitt.
As rumors continue to swirl, insiders warn that their connection may be more than just a friendship, as per In Touch Weekly.
Angelina Jolie and Akala have been spotted together multiple times in recent months
Angelina Jolie, 49, and rapper Akala, born Kingslee James McLean Daley, have been spotted together multiple times in recent months, fueling rumors about the nature of their relationship.
Despite Akala's long-term relationship with Chanelle Newman, an insider close to the situation exclusively revealed to In Touch that Jolie appears captivated by the rapper.
"Angelina seems totally infatuated with Akala," a source shared. "Between the amount of time they spend together and how cozy they are with one another, you’d never for a second think that he’s got a long-term girlfriend."
The two have been seen together on numerous occasions, including a notable appearance at the Calabash Literary Festival in Jamaica in May 2023, which Jolie attended with her daughters, Zahara, 19, and Shiloh, 18.
Their friendship, which reportedly dates back several years, has drawn increasing attention as they’ve been spotted meeting up in different cities, including a dinner in Milan later that same year.
Although their relationship has been described as platonic, Jolie’s frequent contact with Akala has raised suspicions.
"She’s very touchy-feely with him," the source added. "Anytime they’re in the same city, they meet up — really, any chance she gets, she’s with him."
Despite Akala and Newman’s long-standing relationship, his girlfriend is reportedly "rarely on the scene," leading some to speculate whether Jolie might be making her move.
"People are all saying it’s inevitable that Angelina takes him for herself," said the insider.
Angelina Jolie's friends worry that history might be repeating itself
Angelina Jolie’s complicated love life has often made headlines, and her current closeness to Akala has drawn comparisons to her infamous relationship with Brad Pitt.
Jolie met Pitt on the set of 'Mr & Mrs Smith' in 2005, while he was still married to Jennifer Aniston. Their relationship led to one of the biggest celebrity scandals of the decade, with Pitt eventually leaving Aniston for Jolie.
This time around, friends worry that history might be repeating itself. According to the source, some people believe Jolie and Akala may have already crossed the line into romance.
"A lot of people think that Angelina and Akala already hooked up," the insider said, although Jolie denies the rumors. "She gets quite defensive and insists it’s purely a working relationship and platonic friendship and nothing more."
"She claims she respects him and his relationship and has no interest in interfering," the source continued.
However, others find it hard to believe her explanation, especially considering how close the two appear to be. "Anyone that sees the way she fawns all over him has a lot of trouble buying that."
Despite the speculation, those familiar with the situation point to Jolie and Akala’s shared interests as the foundation of their bond.
Both are passionate about activism and humanitarianism, which they have reportedly bonded over.
"They first bonded over their shared love of activism and humanitarianism, and then a connection sparked," an insider told In Touch. "They both have their own production companies, so they’ve been looking for a project to work together on as well."
