Snapped: Celebrities spotted in Saudi Arabia
It’s been a star-studded season…
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.
Antonio Banderas
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We all know that the Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) in Jeddah seemed like a never-ending red-carpet glamorous fashion from Hollywood, Bollywood, Arab cinema, and the European film world. Among the superstars in attendance at the second edition of RSIFF include actor, director, and producer Antonio Banderas, who spoke on stage during the “In Conversation with Antonio Banderas”. His latest film, “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”, was also screened as part of the Red Sea: Families and Children strand.
Bruno Mars
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The singer took to the stage on the opening night of the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah before flying to Riyadh to headline the MDLBeast SoundStorm in Riyadh.
David Guetta
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The French DJ and music producer is no stranger to the Kingdom. He performed on the last night of MDLBeast SoundStorm and was last spotted having dinner at the French fine-dining restaurant Le Maschou in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter.
DJ Khaled
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Following the rapper’s epic performance on the second night of the SoundStorm festival in Riyadh, DJ Khaled jetted off to AlUla, soaking in the sights and embracing the culture. He also made an appearance at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah and shared a video on Instagram of himself, alongside former professional boxer Mike Tyson, in Saudi Arabia’s Makkah city, performing Umrah.
Ed Westwick
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The “Gossip Girl” star was spotted with actress girlfriend Amy Jackson at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2022 in Jeddah.
Elle Macpherson
Model and businesswoman Elle Macpherson was spotted attending Vanity Fair’s Chopard-sponsored Women in Cinema party at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah.
Enrique Iglesias
Enrique Iglesias performed at WTTC’s
Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia last night! ????? #GSSaudiArabia #EnriqueInSaudiArabia ?? pic.twitter.com/Bx0GlhiUXR— EnriqueIglesiasINDIA (@EiTeamIndia) November 30, 2022
The King of Latin Pop played an under-the-radar gig for one night only during the 22nd World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit in Riyadh. He came, he performed, and he left.
Guy Ritchie
The world-renowned director and screenwriter was spotted in AlUla this weekend exploring the historic destination and meeting with local talent, where he generously shared his insights with emerging young filmmakers. An ancient crossroads, AlUla offers producers incentives, infrastructure, and absolutely stunning locations.
Henry Golding
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After attending the second edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Henry Golding, star of the hit romantic comedy movie “Crazy Rich Asians” visited the site of an upcoming film and TV studio complex called Film AlUla. Their trip also included sightseeing and rides in vintage Land Rover Defenders and helicopters.
Jackie Chan
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Hong Kong actor Jackie Chan took to the stage at this year’s Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah to speak about his upcoming projects and his film career. He also announced that a sequel to the “Rush Hour” franchise, “Rush Hour 4”, is in the works.
Jessica Alba
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US actress and business mogul Jessica Alba took to Instagram to celebrate her short trip to Saudi Arabia after she hit the red carpet at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah.
Lucy Hale
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Lucy Hale was among a star-studded guest list at the Women In Cinema event at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. She also made a trip to AlUla and had a lot of fun visiting and sightseeing.
Michelle Rodriguez
Also in attendance at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah was “Fast and Furious” star and film producer Michelle Rodriguez.
Oliver Stone
Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone was the president of the international jury for last week’s Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. He also spoke out in support of Saudi Arabia during the opening gala.
Post Malone
Spotted in the capital on the main Big Beast stage at the MDLBeast SoundStorm, Post Malone delivered a killer setlist.
Priyanka Chopra
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Bollywood sensation Priyanka Chopra brightened the night on the Women in Cinema red carpet during the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah.
Ron Perlman
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Ron Perlman made his first visit to Saudi Arabia for the screening of his latest film, “How I Got There”, at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. Also showing at the film festival was Guillermo del Toro’s “Pinocchio”, in which Perlman voices the Podestà, a fascist government official who turns Pinocchio into a soldier.
Scott Eastwood
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Scott Eastwood was a part of a large delegation of Hollywood names in Jeddah for the second edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival. He also visited AlUla last week, sharing a picture of himself behind the wheel of a vintage Land Rover Defender 110.
Shah Rukh Khan
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Hindi film industry star Shah Rukh Khan was spotted performing Umrah in Makkah after wrapping up the shooting of his upcoming film “Dunki” in Saudi Arabia. He also attended the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah to receive an honorary award for his contribution to the film industry.
Sharon Stone
The Hollywood actress, artist and activist was among the star attractions at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. Stone also gave an impassioned speech about female empowerment at the festival’s In Conversation panel discussion.
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