Akala put on a smitten display with his girlfriend Chanelle Newman at the Universal Focus Features DWA BAFTA afterparty on Sunday.
The British rapper, whose real name is Kingsley James McLean Daley, 41, has been romantically linked to Angelina Jolie for over a year – with them spotted together in places from Venice to New York.
But at the star-studded afterparty, Akala once again shut down any rumours of a romance with the actress, 49.
He arrived at the event held at London’s Maison Estelle with his girlfriend – film producer Chanelle.
For the occasion, Akala, whose real name is Kingsley James McLean Daley, looked stylish in a beige blazer layered over black trousers and a knitted polo shirt.
He finished the look with a pair of beige boots, a matching scarf, and accessorised with a chunky silver watch.
Akala put on a smitten display with his girlfriend Chanelle Newman at the Universal Focus Features DWA BAFTA afterparty on Sunday
The British rapper, whose real name is Kingsley James McLean Daley, 41, has been romantically linked to Angelina Jolie for over a year – with them spotted together in places from Venice to New York
Meanwhile Chanelle looked stunning in a sheer black top with a white feather print and smart black trousers.
The pair looked in high spirits as they posed for snaps together at the glamorous event.
It comes just weeks after Akala attended a Christmas party with Chanelle and introduced her to fellow guests as his ‘girlfriend’.
Chanelle is said to be friends with Angelina, with recent reports revealing that the British rapper’s relationship with the Hollywood star is purely platonic.
Despite months of speculation that the pair have been involved in a romance together, a source has told People that it’s just friendly.
The trio ‘all work together’ and Akala’s partner goes to ‘every event’ with them, their source adds.
There have been rumours of a romances since May, after In Touch reported that Angelina and Akala, have been dating for ‘more than a year.’
In August, they were reportedly seen leaving a Venice hotel together during the Venice Film Festival – which re-ignited the romance rumors.
But at the star-studded afterparty, Akala once again shut down any rumours of a romance with the actress, 49
Akala and Chanelle looked in high spirits as they posed for snaps together at the star studded event
‘She and Akala are not dating,’ People’s source said. ‘She is friends with him and his partner, Chanelle, who was also there.’
The insider added that they have been pals for ‘several years’ and that they ‘share the same passion when it comes to social and humanitarian causes.’
Adding that the stars ‘did several collabs over the years that focus on global issues like human rights. Angie speaks very highly of him.’
Angelina has been seen with Akala on multiple occasions – including her London premiere for her opera singer movie Maria.
He has been at promotional events with her for her film Maria in New York City and Venice – as well at parties for her Atelier Jolie brand.
He was pictured in an Instagram carousel shared to her Atelier Jolie brand.
Angelina shares six children with ex-husband Brad Pitt: sons Maddox, 22, Pax, 20, and Knox, 16, and daughters Zahara, 19, Shiloh, 18, and Vivienne, 16.
It was a busy night at the BAFTAs which ended with the star-studded after party attended by Rosie, Demi Moore and Anna Kendrick.
Jolie used to be wed to Brad Pitt, but he is now dating jewelry executive Ines de Ramon; seen here in September in NYC
Mikey Madison and Adrien Brody scooped top gongs for Best Actor and Actress at 2025 BAFTAs, while Conclave and The Brutalist equally led the pack with four awards.
For his starring role in The Brutalist and her lead part in Independent film Anora, Adrien, 51, and Mikey, 25, accepted their awards on stage.
The biggest night in British film returned with actor David Tennant as host and an array of guest presenters on hand to deliver awards throughout the night.
Up against a huge list of 10 nominees, Conclave – who won Best Film – came up triumphs in BAFTAs very unique category Outstanding British Film Award – adding to their previous two gongs for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Editing.
The Brutalist won four awards including Adrien’s Best Actor, impressive Best Director gong for the well-deserving Brady Corbet, Best Cinematography gong and Best Original Score.
Warwick Davis pulled on the audience’s heartstrings as he paid an emotional tribute to his late wife Samantha David, who passed away last year, in his acceptance speech after being honoured with a BAFTA Fellowship.
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