RIHANNA ON THE REBOUND

Rihanna on the rebound? Let NY Daily News tell it....

The sexy starlet has recently been spotted on a Barbados beach, holding hands with her 24-year-old ex, Neagus Sealy, reports the Daily Mail.

The two dated before 21-year-old Rihanna skyrocketed to fame, leading her into a relationship with the allegedly abusive Chris Brown.

Since her breakup with Brown, sources say Sealy has been a much-needed friend to Rihanna.

"'Negus was a shoulder to cry on. He's a really smart guy - clever, good looking, very cool," one source said to the News of the World.

"All the girls adore him and call him the Love God. He and Rihanna were seeing each other before she hit the big time."

But there's more to it than just friendship.

Rihanna has reportedly told her close friends that Brown is a thing of the past.

"Rihanna and Negus both realized there was still a strong sexual attraction between them and became inseparable," said the source.

"Whenever Rihanna went to the beach or out partying, Negus was always there."

But don't expect the "Umbrella" singer to open up about her new relationship any time soon.

"They were very careful not to be seen too closely together," the source continued, "as they're trying to keep their relationship a secret."

GV Says: Who even knows what the truth is any more. Love Rihanna but she needs to sit it down somewhere.