The artist denied rumors of a romantic relationship with the 49-year-old Hollywood actress. Akala attended a Christmas party at a London hotel, where he was accompanied on the red carpet not by Angelina Jolie, but by Chanel Newman.
Chanel chose a total black look, wearing a fitted silk jumpsuit, a cropped leather and fur jacket, and a stylish cap with a brim. She opted for no makeup, showcasing her natural beauty, and her hair was styled in dreadlocks. For accessories, she wore just a few simple gold rings. Akala wore a black shirt without a tie and matching trousers, completing the outfit with a beige blazer. Kingsley introduced Chanel as his girlfriend and friend. They embraced while posing for the cameras, with Chanel resting her hand on Daley’s chest.
Chanel and Akala are together both at home and at work. She has taken on the role of his producer. An insider shared that Chanel is friends with Angelina, just like Kingsley is. She wasn’t bothered by the rumors of her boyfriend’s alleged romance with Angie, as she is confident that their relationship is purely platonic—she believes it’s just a warm friendship.
“Angie isn’t dating Akala. She’s friends with him and his girlfriend Chanel. They all work together. Akala’s partner attends all events with them, including those involving Jolie,” the source said.
Rumors about the Oscar-winning actress and the musician being romantically involved began in May after they were seen together at a literary festival. In August, they were spotted leaving a hotel in Venice during the Venice Film Festival. The rapper attended the premiere of Jolie’s film Maria in London and New York.
He also spent two days at the actress’s apartment in a luxury hotel in London. The singer also took part in events for her brand, Atelier Jolie. Those close to the Maleficent star confirmed that Angelina and Kingsley have been friends for several years and share a deep interest in social and humanitarian issues. They have collaborated several times, focusing on global problems like human rights, and Angelina holds Akala in very high regard.
