It seems Madonna and Akeem Morris are no longer in the mood to hide their rumored relationship. According to The Standard, U.K, Akeem Morris and Madonna have been linked since August 2022 when they met during a Paper magazine photoshoot.
As the rumors continue gaining ground, the 66-year-old pop star has now shared an carousel of photos and videos from a nightclub party on Instagram on Sunday, May 4, celebrating the birthday of Morris, 29. The Queen of Pop's caption for Akeem Morris read:
"Happy Birthday to my favorite Taurus ♉️ @akkmorris."
A slide of the couple posing while hugging and wrapping arms around each other in particular has ignited curiosity among fans.
Jamaican-American singer YG Marley performed at Akeem's birthday, and Madonna thanked the musician for transforming the party into a "night to remember."
On his part, Akeem Morris thanked all for celebrating his special night, with a a carousel that captured glimpses of his birthday bash and PDA moments. He penned a thankful note, that started with the words:
"All I can say is thank you. Thank you wifey ❤️"
The football coach continued:
"Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with me last night. Thank you to those who worked behind the scenes to create such an unforgettable vibe."
He further wrote:
"It meant so much to have the people I love and respect all in one room. It was a special night, and the energy in the room was nothing but love. Blessings to @ygmarley for the performance."
Everything we know about Madonna meeting Akeem Morris for the first time
The La Isla Bonita singer sparked dating rumors with the athlete in July 2024. However, they met each other for the first time a couple of years back, in Brooklyn’s Sugar Hill Supper Club, South China Morning Post (SCMP) has confirmed.
Along with other models and artists, the couple was clicked for a photoshoot for the August 2022 Paper magazine cover, Madonna is the Wildest Party Favor.
According to a London Evening Standard report, the cover's key focus was catching the essence of a "wild night out in New York City."
For the themed shoot, the pop icon donned a hot pink wig and posed in the centre among other artists. Elements such as alcohol and cigarettes were added to glam up the cover and complement its theme, highlighting the ever-busy New York City.
Although Akeem Morris met Madonna in 2022, gossip columns speculating their relationship started later in 2024. Reportedly, they began dating in mid-2024. According to an OK! magazine report, their first public appearance was during the 4th of July celebrations. The couple was seen enjoying fireworks together at the event hosted at The Standard's Le Bain in New York City.
Sharing snippets of the grand celebrations, the singer wrote:
"Happy 4th of July! A year ago today, I had just come home from the hospital after surviving a life threatening illness, I could barely stand in my backyard holding one sparkler. I made a miraculous recovery and had an amazing year. Thank you God. Life is beautiful! ♥️🧨🔥."
Despite Madonna and Akeem Morris dropping hints about their relationship on Instagram, they have not yet commented on it officially in public.
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