Snapped: Celebrities spotted in Saudi Arabia this week
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Have you spotted any celebrities in Saudi Arabia recently? Send us a DM on Instagram, and it could be featured next week. Here are some whom we’ve spotted out and about.
Andrew Garfield
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Andrew Garfield was among the stars attending the third Red Sea International Film Festival held from November 30 to December 9 in Jeddah. Commenting on his first trip to Saudi Arabia, the Spider-Man: No Way Home actor said, “I’m so excited to find out about this part of the world and forgo any preconceived notions and just see for myself.”
Chris Hemsworth
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Chris Hemsworth was part of the “In Conversation” discussion at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023, where he shared insights about working in the enticing world of cinema.
Diane Kruger
German actress Diane Kruger was among the honourees to have received an award at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023. She has delivered a series of unforgettable characters from Helen of Troy to Tarantino’s Bridget von Hammersmark and affected us with her powerhouse performance of the avenging Angel Katja in Fatih Akin’s In the Fade.
Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow made a glorious entrance in a radiant yellow gown by Carolina Herrera at the closing ceremony red carpet of the Red Sea International Film Festival. During the “In Conversation” discussion at the festival, the actress shared that her mother, Blythe Danner, played an essential role in how she perceived acting early on.
Halle Berry
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The X-Men actress attended the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 closing ceremony, joined by her boyfriend, Van Hunt. The Oscar winner also spoke at a masterclass during the event, opening up about launching her own production company, HalleHolly, with former WME partner Holly Jeter.
Johnny Depp
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Dressed in a sleek, all-black tuxedo, Johnny Depp walked the red carpet at the opening night screening of HWJN – based on a popular Saudi fantasy romance novel – at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023. He was also spotted in the JAX District, Riyadh, at the studio of Saudi artist Ahmed Mater.
Lucas Bravo
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The Emily in Paris actor was among the star attractions at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 in Jeddah.
Nicholas Cage
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Actor Nicolas Cage was also at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 and received an honorary prize for his cinematic contributions. During an “In Conversation” panel at the festival, Cage shared the story of his name change from Nicolas Coppola to Nicolas Cage at the beginning of his career.
Sharon Stone
The femme fatale of Femme Fatales, movie icon Sharon Stone returned to Jeddah to attend the launch of the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023.
Sofia Vergara
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The Red Sea Film Festival 2023 hosted a celebration of “Women in Cinema”, where Hollywood actress Sofia Vergara was in attendance. Joining her at the evening event were Sharon Stone and Michelle Rodriguez, while British supermodel Naomi Campbell also made an appearance.
Tyson Fury
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The undefeated WBC heavyweight champion was spotted with his family at Al Balad, the old town of Jeddah.
Will Smith
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Recently in the Kingdom for the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Will Smith also ventured into the heart of NEOM, sharing his experiences on Instagram.
Zoe Saldana
The Avatar star was spotted attending the screening of The Absence Of Eden during the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 at the Souk Cinema in Jeddah.
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