Rita Ora and Taika Waititi pack on the PDA and get cosy with Tessa Thompson after all-night party
PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Rita Ora, 30, and director boyfriend Taika Waititi, 45, pack on the PDA and get VERY cosy with actress Tessa Thompson, 37, after enjoying an all-night party at his Sydney home
Rita Ora and her boyfriend Taika Waititi’s relationship appeared to be hotting up as they packed on the PDA and put on a cosy display with Tessa Thompson on Sunday.
The singer, 30, was seen smiling and leaning in for a kiss from her director beau, 45, while relaxing outside of his Sydney home with the actress, 37, following an all-night party.
In pictures obtained exclusively by MailOnline, the trio appeared to be in great spirits as they wrapped their arms around each other and beamed smiles over al fresco drinks.
Close: Rita Ora and her boyfriend Taika Waititi’s relationship appeared to be hotting up as they packed on the PDA and put on a cosy display with Tessa Thompson outside his Sydney home on Sunday
Rita cut an effortlessly chic figure in a skin-tight black dress which she styled with a tan jacket and sunglasses while sitting outside with her beau and pal.
The beauty wore her locks down and curly, letting them cascade over her shoulder and fall around her face as she leaned in closer to Tessa and Taika.
Also keeping things relaxed, the JoJo Rabbit and Thor director sported a light blue shirt over a white T-shirt and also accessorised with black sunglasses.
What a night: The singer, 30, was seen smiling and leaning in for a kiss from her director beau, 45, while relaxing outside of his Sydney home with the actress, 37, following an all-night party
Locking lips: Rita and Taika could not resist sharing kisses as they chatted to other pals outside
Meanwhile, Tessa, who has starred in Taika’s movie Thor as character Valkyrie, looked stylish in a black leather jacket and trousers which flashed a glimpse at her toned thighs.
The cosy snaps come after The Sydney Morning Herald’s Private Sydney reported that Rita has ‘moved in’ to the director’s home in Sydney’s affluent eastern suburbs.
Taika is currently in Sydney to film the fourth instalment of the Marvel film Thor, called Thor: Love and Thunder.
Chris Hemsworth reprises his role as the Norse God, while Natalie Portman returns as astrophysicist Dr Jane Foster who will transform into the female version of Thor.
Hotting up: Rita and Taika went public with their relationship late last month, with the singer having arrived in Australia earlier this year to film The Voice
In the middle: Taika draped one arm over Tessa while Rita leaned in to plant a peck on his cheek
Cosy: Rita then shared the love as she moved over her beau and got closer to Tessa
Relaxed: The trio seemed to be enjoying each others company as they chatted outside and Tessa could not stop smiling as she cosied into Taika and laughed across him with Rita
All wrapped up: Rita donned a tan jacket while Tessa opted for a leather coat during the al fresco drinks session
Something funny? The British singer seemed particularly taken by something entertaining during their close conversation
Colleagues: Tessa starred in Thor as character Valkyrie, which Taika directed (also pictured left is Rita)
Meanwhile, Rita recently wrapped up filming as a coach on Channel Seven’s reboot of The Voice Australia alongside Guy Sebastian, Keith Urban and Jessica Mauboy.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted both Rita and Taika’s respective management teams for comment.
Just last week, Rita and Taika were seen out for lunch at the Chiswick restaurant in the upmarket suburb of Woollahra.
The new couple looked loved-up as they headed out a casual lunch for two at the Sydney hotspot to meet actor Chris Hemsworth, his best mate Aaron Grist and Matt Damon’s wife Luciana Barroso.
Leaning in: Taika got close to Tessa while she lounged on a white seat and another pal carried out a fresh bottle of wine
Carrying on? The trio all seemed to be enjoying their orange beverages after a night of partying in Australia
Fun times: The women beamed with delight while Taika looked a little perplexed at their laughter
Where’ve you been? Rita walked over to Taika and Tessa holding onto her pink phone and putting on an animated display
Eh? Taika looked a little confused as he chatted to his girlfriend on the cream outside sofa
Stunning: Rita exuded style in a skin-tight black dress which she accessorised with a necklace and sunglasses
Rita and Taika went public late last month when they arrived together at the premiere of RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under at the Sydney Opera House.
They avoided being photographed on the red carpet, but took their seats side by side in the front row once inside the venue.
According to The Sun, the pair have made no secret they are together among their famous friends – and things could be getting serious.
Rita split from French director Romain Gavras earlier this year.
Make room for him! Taika walked over to the women and another pal, throwing his arms up as they chatted
Quick smoke: He shared cigarettes with Rita and Tessa, who seemed very comfortable on the sofa
Party: It’s thought that the pals had spent the entire night together and continued drinking into the early morning
Getting a refill? Rita held onto the door while heading back outside with a full glass
Picture time: Tessa and Rita seemed to be in good spirits as they snapped a few photos and looked at the phone screen
Going for it: The actress got very animated while holding her phone up in the air (left) and flashed a glimpse of her abs as she walked around (right)
Guests: Australian model Zac Stenmark was also seen enjoying some drinks at Taika’s place with Tessa and Rita
It is believed that Taika split from his wife, Chelsea Winstanley, in 2018 following seven years of marriage. They share two daughters, Te Hinekāhu, eight, and Matewa Kiritapu, five.
Taika is currently directing the Thor sequel and last year scooped an Oscar for best Adapted Screenplay for Jojo Rabbit.
Rita jetted to Australia earlier this year to appear on The Voice – in the wake of her lockdown flouting in the UK.
She previously apologised after breaking lockdown rules to host a 30th birthday party at a Notting Hill restaurant.
The star apologised after being criticised for hosting the event at a time when gatherings of more than six people had been banned.
Conversation: Rita stood and cradled her beverage while chatting to her new beau
New couple: The duo only went public with their relationship last month but seem to be going strong
On her way: Rita walked across the balcony area to join Taika on the seats
