MIAMI, UNITED STATES: John Boyega, the 31-year-old actor from 'Breaking', shared his well wishes for co-star Jamie Foxx during the Hollywood premiere of their film 'They Cloned Tyrone'. Boyega recently spoke with Foxx, who has been recovering from an unnamed "medical complication," expressing his gratitude to Foxx for finally picking up the phone.
He assured that Foxx is doing well and emphasized the importance of privacy while eagerly awaiting his return. Boyega also mentioned his direct communication with Foxx and how he gave him all his well wishes during the phone call.
‘He finally picked up the phone’
Co-producer Datari Turner also confirmed Foxx's positive state, mentioning conversations between Foxx and director Juel Taylor as well as Boyega, assuring fans that Foxx is in good shape and spirits, ready to return to the screen soon. “He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” Boyega told PEOPLE . He continued, “He's doing well. And then, you know, we are just giving him the privacy, and we can't wait for his return.”
“I gave him the well wishes directly”, the actor continued. “I gave him all the well wishes. So I'm just gonna be waiting until he comes back out here. So take your time, Jamie. We love you, bro.”
Earlier, during the American Black Film Festival, Boyega had mentioned his ongoing efforts to reach out to Foxx and wished him a speedy recovery. "I've been calling, I'm just gonna keep on calling. He better pick up. Come on Jamie!" the Star Wars actor told Entertainment Tonight, adding, "I know he's dealing with what he's dealing with, and we just wish him all the best”.
Several projects in the pipeline
Teyonah Parris, another co-star, expressed her wishes for Foxx's recovery and healing, appreciating the opportunity to work with him and Boyega. Parris highlighted Foxx's generosity as an actor and human, along with Boyega's positive presence, making the experience enjoyable and filled with laughter and celebration.
‘They Cloned Tyrone’ will be Foxx's second film release following a "medical complication" described by his daughter, Corinne Foxx, on Instagram. Corinne shared that her father has been out of the hospital, recovering, but did not provide further details at that time. Foxx expressed his gratitude for the well wishes from fans on social media, feeling blessed by the love and support.
During his health emergency, Foxx was filming ‘Back in Action’ with Cameron Diaz and Glenn Close. The movie initially paused production but resumed with multiple body doubles, allowing filming to continue without Foxx. As Foxx continues to recover, he has another completed film, the R-rated comedy ‘Strays’ where he provides the voice for a Boston terrier. The film is set to release later this summer.
