Angelina Jolie Finds Love Again with 9-Year-Younger Rapper
A Growing Connection
The romantic relationship between Angelina Jolie and British rapper Akala is heating up. The star of Maleficent—at 49 years old—was reportedly spotted sneaking the 40-year-old rapper into her hotel suite at the luxurious Corinthia Hotel in London last week. Sources confirmed to The US Sun on October 21 that the couple spent the nights of October 16 and 17 together, not leaving the hotel.
Secretive Encounters
According to insiders, Akala arrived to see the actress just two hours after she checked into the hotel. He reportedly slipped out using one of Jolie’s cars on October 18, just hours before she premiered her latest film at the British Film Institute. The highly anticipated film, directed by Pablo Larrain, is titled Maria and was showcased at the London Film Festival.
“They used private vehicles and a secret exit to keep their relationship under wraps, but it’s true,” the source added, hinting at the couple’s discreet approach to their budding romance.
Romantic Dinner and Shared Interests
Both Jolie and Akala attended the film festival, although they were photographed separately. After the premiere, they enjoyed a romantic dinner together at the upscale Soho House. This intimate setting allowed them to further explore their connection amidst the glamour of the film industry.
The Hollywood icon and the rapper have reportedly been romantically linked since May 2024, when Akala joined Jolie and her two daughters, Zahara (19) and Shiloh (18), at the Calabash Literary Festival in Jamaica. Most recently, Akala accompanied the Mr. & Mrs. Smith star to an event at her art studio, Atelier Jolie, in New York on September 28. Just days later, he attended the premiere of Maria at the New York Film Festival held at Tully Hall.
Speculations and Previous Relationships
While InTouch reported that the couple has been dating for at least a year, another source told People in August 2024 that they are just friends. This source noted that the two share a common passion for social and humanitarian causes.
Jolie, a mother of six, was last romantically linked to her ex-husband Brad Pitt, with whom she has been in a protracted legal battle since their separation in 2016. Together, they have three biological children—Shiloh (18) and twins Knox and Vivienne (16)—as well as three adopted children—Maddox (23), Pax Thien (20), and Zahara (19).
With her love life making headlines, fans are eagerly watching to see where this new romance with Akala will lead. As their connection deepens, it seems that Angelina Jolie is ready to embrace a new chapter in her life.
