Charlize Theron has always kept her personal life private, but that hasn’t stopped the tabloids from speculating. In recent weeks, whispers have been growing louder that the Hollywood star might be romantically involved with a much younger actor — and now, new details have surfaced.

According to reports circulating in entertainment media, Charlize has been spotted multiple times with a rising actor nearly 15 years her junior. While neither of them has confirmed the relationship, sources close to the pair claim they’ve been spending time together both on and off set. Friends say Charlize is “happier and more relaxed” than she has been in years, sparking even more rumors that this could be more than just a casual friendship. For now, fans will have to wait for official confirmation — but one thing’s clear: Charlize Theron knows how to keep Hollywood talking.