Angelina Jolie, blonde and smiling, after clarifying the publicized “idyll” with Akala

Angelina Jolie has been spotted in Los Angeles for the first time since promoting her latest film Maria in New York and London and after a long streak of speculation surrounding her alleged fling with rapper Akala.

Akala and Jolie. PHOTO: Profimedia

The 49-year-old actress looked blonder than ever on Tuesday when she was snapped walking around smiling while wearing a dark suit, oversized black sunglasses, boots and a large bag, notes Daily Mail Online.

This is the first time that the ex-wife of Brad Pitt has been seen after the clarifications that appeared in the media about the nature of her relationship with the British rapper Akala.

The Oscar-winning actress and the musician are just friends, despite reportedly spending time together at her London hotel, according to The Sun.

Contrary to speculation in recent months that the two were involved in a romance, a source claimed that their relationship is purely platonic.

Akala, in a relationship with someone else

In addition, Akala, aged 40, would already be in a relationship with another person, a friend of the star, claims a source for People.

According to the same source, the three “work together”, and Akala’s partner goes with them to “every event”.

The same publication claims that Angelina Jolie and the artist stayed in her hotel – The Corinthia in London – for two nights in a row. The two would have even had an intimate dinner at Soho House.

Rumors of a so-called relationship started back in May, after In Touch wrote that Angelina and Akala had been dating for “more than a year“.

In August, they were reportedly spotted leaving a hotel in Italy together during the Venice Film Festival – reigniting romance rumours.

“She and Akala are not together. She is friends with him and his partner, Chanelle, who was also there.” said People’s source, who talks about a friendship of “more years” and the fact that “share the same passion when it comes to social and humanitarian causes.”

Angelina Jolie was seen with Akala on other occasions as well, including at the London premiere of her film, “Maria” or at the New York premiere.

He was also present at promotional events with the actress, but also at parties for her brand, Atelier Jolie.

Angelina is in the middle of a lawsuit with Brad Pitt, 60, over their Chateau Miraval winery amid their divorce.