Sir Michael Cain helped by actor as he replaces zimmer frame with wheelchair
A famous US actor was seen helping Sir Michael Caine in a wheelchair during a recent outing in London.
The 92-year-old, who is best known for starring in films such as The Italian Job and Alfie, was pictured alongside his wife Shakira at the River Cafe in Hammersmith, London.
But helping him get to his seat at what is regarded as one of the best restaurants in the capital was none other than Fast & Furious icon Vin Diesel.
The 57-year-old actor who played Dom Toretto in the film franchise could be seen pushing the British legend in his wheelchair.
Michael was photographed for the first time since transitioning from a zimmer frame to a wheelchair.
The Zulu star was also seen sporting a band-aid on his face as he looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal.
According to reports, Michael was even seen singing happy birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week.
The pair are said to have been close friends 'for decades' and according to Vin they are working on an independent project called Mark and Maurice.
Joining Vin at the meal was his long-time partner Paloma Jiménez and his two children.
Both Vin and Michael were said to be enjoying each other's company for the early birthday celebration as part of an upcoming documentary.
Vin was seen dressing casually in a blue polo shirt, sunglasses and sneakers. Meanwhile, Caine wore a suit jacket and matching pants.
After the meal, which is known for its Italian cuisine, Vin could be seen rubbing his stomach, clearly satisfied with the celebration.
It comes ahead of the US actor's jury trial for sexual battery starting next month on August.
The Hollywood star's representatives have claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports.
The unlikely duo previously starred in the 2015 movie The Last Witch Hunter. More Trending
After retiring from acting in 2023, Michael has been enjoying his time out of the spotlight, sharing an insight into his personal life in his 2024 memoir Don't Look Back, You'll Trip Over: My Guide to Life .
In his book, Michael even wrote about his and Vin's friendship, where he explained how they first met at a dinner party 30 years ago.
Vin has also spoken about their friendship in a recent Instagram post, where he said: 'Filming The Last Witch Hunter with Michael was such a dream come true.
'The response from people discovering it now is surreal — getting to work alongside one of my dearest friends and seeing people connect with that story years later… That's really the magic of this business,' he wrote.
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