Rami Malek says he is ‘so lucky’ to be in a relationship with girlfriend Lucy Boynton

Couple met on the set of Bohemian Rhapsody in 2017

Sarah Jones
Thursday 04 July 2019 10:52 BST
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Rami Malek has said he feels “so lucky” to be in a relationship with girlfriend Lucy Boynton.

The couple, who met on the set of the 2018 Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, have remained relatively tight-lipped about their relationship thus far.

However, Malek recently opened up about his feelings towards the 25-year-old actor, admitting she helps to keep him “grounded”.

“I am so lucky to have someone in my life who does very lovely, surprising things, has an amazing smile and keeps me very grounded,” the 38-year-old told the Daily Mirror.

The Bond 25 star went on to give an example of Boynton’s generosity, recalling the time she arranged a surprise party for his birthday.

“I don't like to celebrate my birthday, but I could tell she was very nervous,” Malek said.

“I finished work early on Friday and she took me up to the rooftop and I thought something special was going on. Then my jaw just dropped.”

Malek explained how Boynton had gone to the effort of inviting all of his Bohemian Rhapsody co-stars, producers and executives to the celebration.

“I was awestruck seeing everyone and I couldn't believe Lucy had flown them all in and planned an entire weekend for us,” Malek added.

“I couldn't believe I was lucky enough to have someone that considerate in my life.”

However, the soon-to-be Bond villain did return the favour, as he managed to get hold of two tickets to take his girlfriend to Elton John’s farewell tour in Los Angeles in March.

“I took her through the back door, walked her right on in and Elton blew us a kiss. The perks of playing a rock star!” Malek said.

This isn’t the first time the actor has publicly praised his girlfriend.

Malek made his first remarks about Boynton during the Palm Springs International Film Festival in early January.

While giving his acceptance speech for the Breakthrough Performance Award, Malek told the audience: “Thank you, Lucy Boynton. You have been my ally, my confidant, my love. Thank you so much.”

In February, Malek also addressed Boynton as he accepted the Oscar for Best Actor, saying: “Lucy Boynton, you're the heart of this film.

“You are beyond immensely talented. You have captured my heart. Thank you so much.”

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