It certainly drew a long buzz from Twilight fans that Robert Pattinson is dating Tahliah Barnett. Whether he likes it or not, Robert Pattinson will always be known for the Twilight series and more importantly, his long lost love affair gone awry with co-star Kristen Stewart. Now, who is Tahliah Barnett? Is she as pretty and vampire-like as Kristen Stewart? What's the common bond between the two?
Rumors have circulated how Pattinson and Barnett, or FKA Twigs, met. Mutual friends introduced them to each other. That Barnett got smitten to Pattinson and found him 'unbelievably handsome' isn't surprising. The curiosity is more of why Pattinson would fall for Barnett.
Tahliah Barnett, or FKA Twigs, is a London-based singer, dancer, song writer, record producer and video director. She is half-Jamaican, half-Spanish, and have served as back-up dancer for known artists such as James J, Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran, and Taio Cruz. Her first album, LP1, released early this year is getting rave reviews from music critics.
Insiders say Barnett is Pattinson's type of girl. Though the two are not officially lovers yet, all hints have dropped that the friendly zone they are both in will eventually transcend in the romance zone as the two have been seen going around in circles for a month now. "He's been taking her on dates for the last month or so, and has even flown her out to stay with him in New York. He also loves going to her gigs."
"The main thing for Tahliah is that the relationship remains low-key. She wants to be known for her music, not just as 'Robert Pattinson's girlfriend'. She's worried about being bogged down by constant comparisons to Kristen."
It's obvious that music is the common bond between them. Pattinson himself was a music artist though this angle was eclipsed by his acting skills. In fact, he sang in some parts of the Twilight soundtrack.
