Fans are reacting to Lupita Nyong'o's sweet message to her friend, Saheem Ali, whom she's been in pals with for 24 years.

She praised him in a birthday messages revealing how her love for him has grown over the years. But fans are not convinced that the sweet crafted message was just for a friend whom they've 'shared life' together.

"I met Saheem Ali 24 years ago and with each passing year, I love him more and more. Today is his birthday, and I am belting out a song of gratitude that we get to share our lives and our talents together. When I was 14 he was Mercutio to my Juliet," she wrote on Instagram

She continued;

"Now, 24 years later, we are back at it again with him as my director in #RomeoYJulieta with @publictheaterny. But more than that he is my confidante, ideal snuggle and travel buddy, my gentle and protective comforter. May our paths continue to intertwine. Happy Birthday to you @saheemscene!"

Check out fans' reactions;

altanativ

@lupita. Haki hii generation mtapea wazazi Alcers na kizungu . I am sure I am not the only over 40 asking this. Does that mean he is your boy friend and you are dating?

deandretbe

You mean his your man or another woman’s man? Confused 😂

yamanager

Snuggle? Is he your man or naw?

alanakeel2019

Maybe it’ll elevate to a passionate love💘

wanlov

i hav a friend called salim i met 24yrs ago. he got me to start writing my own raps. we not that close anymore. its not his birthday. their names rhyme & the first encounter times align. more vim to your friend💪🏽

rozziegesare

How I wish you were an 'item' you look good together.

dearest_presence

Bae Alert😍🔥

lillyoutah

Ako na girlfriend?😂😂

stewbie2

This is beautiful! Happy birthday to your person!! May we all be so blessed! ❤️❤️

coachmellove

This is freaking so beautiful. Priceless human connection

karen_mwenda

Looks like a couple