EMMA Watson has sparked mystery as she went to extreme lengths to avoid being pictured with a married star after a lavish dinner date in Hollywood.
The Harry Potter star recently confirmed her secret relationship with billionaire entrepreneur Gonzalo Hevia Baillares.
Just last month they were spotted passionately snogging at the airport after having jetted off on a romantic break.
But now, Emma was seen going to extreme lengths to avoid being papped with Jay Shetty, 38, according to The Mail‘s source.
Emma reportedly had dinner with the former monk and now lifestyle guru at a lavish LA restaurant last week.
The 35-year-old made her swift departure using a different exit to podcast host Jay, the source said.
Taking their seemingly well-thought-out exit a step further, The Mail’s eagle-eyed onlooker told how the pair even “swapped cars,” in a bid to baffle the paps.
Outside the trendy spot, Jay, the British author of Think Like A Monk, was also seen looking after Emma’s dog, Sofia, in a display of manly chivalry.
In September last year, Emma, who is a PHD student at Oxford, appeared on Jay’s podcast, On Purpose With Jay Shetty.
The pair got into a deep conversation on Emma’s love life and she told how marriage is “a miracle,” and while she hopes it may one day happen to her, she doesn’t feel “entitled to it.”
Since the podcast aired, it seems Jay and Emma have struck up a close friendship – so why make a great escape?
It’s not the first time they have been spotted out on the town together, according to The Mail.
Little Women star Emma and celebrity life coach Jay were also seen arriving at Beyoncé and Jay Z‘s Oscar party.
Jay and his wife influencer Radhi Devlukia married in a traditional Hindu ceremony back in 2016.
Celebrating his wedding anniversary back in 2020, he said: “Your laugh is infectious, your dances are hilarious and your heart is so so deep.
“You’re my spiritual inspiration and guide in SO many ways! Thank you for being my wife and loving me!”
Meanwhile, actress Emma is thought to be loved up with her boyfriend Gonzalo.
They didn’t appear to care who saw them last month as she embraced the businessman as they walked through Mexico City airport.
Gonzalo, who is one of Mexico’s most eligible bachelors, is said to be taking his relationship with Emma very seriously – having already introduced her to his parents, a source told The Daily Mail.
