Naomi Campbell is denying tabloid reports that she is secretly dating Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. Rumors of a romance were first sparked earlier this month when the modeling legend interviewed the politican for GQ Magazine. Several newspapers in the South American country have claimed the pair are secret lovers.

A spokesperson for Naomi has issued the following statement:

“The interview was a serious portrait for a respected and heavyweight magazine not a lightweight celebrity encounter. The conversation was substantial and the issues discussed were primarily about Mr. Chavez’s vision for Venezuela. To suggest that it was anything other than a professional situation is disingenuous and belittles all parties concerned.”