Robert Pattinson has proclaimed that he has a "special bond" with Kristen Stewart.

According to Showbiz Spy, Pattinson refused to comment on the nature of the relationship between the Twilight co-stars, despite having previously said that the pair are "together".

Pattinson said of Stewart: "We have a special bond together, she is the sweetest, smartest and strongest girl I know.

"If we have a relationship I would rather not say, because my words get twisted around too much and can be 'old news' by the time this interview is printed."

The actor added: "I've been linked to a lot of actresses in Hollywood, most of them I find too silly and shallow that I would not want to date them