EXCLUSIVE: Orlando Bloom's secret crush on Jennifer Aniston

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Insiders say that while the 31-year-old Pirates Of The Carribean actor has been casually linked to Victoria's Secret model Miranda Kerr, he has been harboring a rather strong crush on the former Friends star, the Mail Online has learned.

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Crush: Jennifer Aniston has won the attention of Orlando Bloom

The pair first met during the filming of the 2004 movie Troy, in which Orlando co-stared alongside Pitt.

However, it wasn't until October last year that they first made a connection while holidaying in Mexico at the One & Only Palmilla resort for the nuptials of their mutual manager, Aleen Keshishan.

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Leading man: Jennifer has apparently been enjoying a flirtation with her costar Aaron Eckhart while filming Travelling in Vancouver last month

Then, at the beginning of this month, they spent the night in close company while at a private party in the Hollywood Hills.

Jennifer and Orlando bonded over their shared devotion to yoga and spent the night playfully enjoying each other's company.

An insider tells Mail Online: "Jennifer is flattered by Orlando's attention."

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Mystery man: Jennifer was spotted with a handsome companion after attending an Oscar's party on Sunday night, however sources say the pair are merely acquaintances

"He has had a crush on her for the longest time. He loves her energy."

The source adds that Orlando will need to work hard to win her over.

Jennifer is said to be taking her time choosing the perfect partner - and enjoying single life in the meantime.

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Fling: Jennifer enjoyed a fleeting romance with model Paul Sculfor in May

And while Jennifer was spotted leaving her best friend Courteney Cox's Oscar's party with yet another handsome man on Sunday night, the Mail Online understands the pair are merely acquaintances.

Jennifer has been involved in a series of short-lived romances since her marriage to Brad Pitt ended in 2005.

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Linked: the Friends star was said to be dating Jason Lewis, but was never substantiated

She remains in contact with her Break-Up costar and former lover Vince Vaughn, whom she parted ways with in November 2006 after more than a year together.

While it was Vaughn who reportedly called time on their relationship, she is now said to be resisted his pleas rekindle their romance.

Jennifer then briefly began dating Essex bricklayer boyfriend Paul Sculfor in May last year, but the relationship reportedly fizzled because of his demanding modelling schedule.

She has recently been linked to Sex and the City star Jason Lewis, however the rumoured romance has never been substantiated.

Ex factor: Jennifer split with Vince in 2006, but the pair remain in contact