What's more shocking than seeing Paula Deen take a ham to the face? Nothing, actually, but a rumored romance between nasty Janet Jackson and womanizer Colin Farrell comes close. Per a scoop from Entertainment Tonight:

An unlikely celebrity couple may be emerging! ET's special source spotted Janet Jackson warming up to actor and ladies' man Colin Farrell. The two were seen last week sitting side by side in a booth at the renowned Polo Lounge located in the Beverly Hills Hotel. Jackson performed a medley of her hits on Sunday night's "2009 American Music Awards." Meanwhile, Farrell has several movies in the works. [Source: Entertainment Tonight]

That they were sitting side by side does suggest a level of intimacy that goes beyond friendship. However, it's hard to believe that either one of them are ready to begin new relationships. After all, Colin has a newborn baby at home and Janet's just recently single from her long-term relationship with Jermaine Dupri. The Reason Behind Janet and Jermaine's Split

Nevertheless, what were they doing together? And so close? Can you think of a more unlikely pair?

Scoop via Celebitchy. Photo via Fame Pictures.