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Larry June and Jhené Aiko Release “California Dream” Video

8/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Larry June (rapper) and Jhené Aiko (singer) released the “California Dream” video on Aug. 11, 2026, directed by Sean Kelly, showing them cruising, kissing along the coast.
Fans noted Aiko’s children-name necklaces, June’s orange emojis, and a deleted watch photo with a matching tattoo, which intensified romance speculation.
Aiko’s split from Big Sean after nearly ten years was reported in November, while neither artist has publicly confirmed a romantic relationship.

History

Historical Context

In 2008, after Jay-Z and Beyoncé made their marriage public, the music industry saw a spike in attention. Their private ceremony on April 4 and public record on April 22 preceded their 2006 Time most-powerful-couple title and a 2009 Forbes report of $162 million combined earnings. The 2026 “California Dream” video starring Larry June and Jhené Aiko is being framed as a modern echo of that publicity-driven boost.

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Story summary

Larry June (rapper) and Jhené Aiko (singer) released the “California Dream” video on Aug. 11, 2026, directed by Sean Kelly, showing them cruising, kissing along the coast.
Fans noted Aiko’s children-name necklaces, June’s orange emojis, and a deleted watch photo with a matching tattoo, which intensified romance speculation.
Aiko’s split from Big Sean after nearly ten years was reported in November, while neither artist has publicly confirmed a romantic relationship.

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