Cameron Diaz was pictured for the first time on the London set of her comeback film Back In Action, four years after she confirmed her retirement and eight years after starring in her last film.
The actress, 50, looked incredible in an unmissable red scarf as she arrived for work in London with longtime boyfriend and co-star Jamie Foxx, 55, and Glenn Close, 75, on Thursday night.
After years of speculation, she officially announced she was quitting acting in 2018 to devote more time to herself and her rocker husband Benji Madden, 43.
IMAGE EXCLUSIVE: Cameron Diaz comes out of retirement! The 50-year-old actress was spotted for the FIRST time on the set of rom-com Back In Action with Jamie Foxx in London, four years after she confirmed she was quitting acting
A year later, in December 2019, she welcomed daughter Raddix, three, and said she “couldn’t imagine” leaving the child for 14-hour filming days.
Little is known about Netflix’s upcoming action-comedy, but Glenn has also been spotted filming scenes with the couple on the Thames, while Jamie wrapped in a similarly flashy number as Cameron.
An ambulance was also spotted in the cordoned off area while Cameron and Jamie wrapped their arms around two child actors, a boy and a girl. Two speedboats also shot into the river.
Directed by Horrible Bosses’ Seth Gordon and written by Neighbors screenwriter Brendan O’Brien, the film was announced back in June.
What a pair! The 50-year-old actress looked incredible in a matching outfit as she arrived at work with longtime boyfriend and co-star Jamie, 55, on Thursday night
Oh no! After years of speculation, she officially announced she was quitting acting in 2018 to devote more time to herself and her rocker husband Benji Madden, 43
Gang: An ambulance was also spotted in the cordoned off area while Cameron and Jamie wrapped their arms around two child actors, a boy and a girl
In brief: An ambulance was also spotted in the cordoned off area, which could be a clue to the plot
Star-studded: Glenn Close (far right) was spotted filming scenes with the couple on the Thames
Must See: Directed by Horrible Bosses’ Seth Gordon and written by Neighbors screenwriter Brendan O’Brien, the film was announced back in June
It was recently reported that The Mask star would also star in a sequel to the hit 2006 film The Holiday, but Kate Winslet was quick to shut down the claims.
But Kate, who played journalist Iris in the rom-com, recounted it people: “I’ve read about it, but it’s the first time I’ve heard about it.
“I promise you no agent or representative or anyone from the first round spoke to me about this. Hand on heart, that’s never happened before.’
The end of Cameron’s retirement was announced by a message shared on Jamie’s Twitter account in June.
Exciting: The end of Cameron’s retirement was announced by a message shared on Jamie’s Twitter account in June. He notably brought Tom Brady on board to bring the formerly retired actress back from her long hiatus
Hug: Cameron gave a female cast member a warm hug during the night shoot
Stunning: Glenn cut a chic figure in a silver coat with blue prints, which she paired with matching dress trousers
Nervousness: During the call, she specifically expressed how concerned she was about a possible announcement. She explained, “I’m so worried right now, I’m pacing the room… I don’t know how to do this, you know?”
Talented: The Django Unchained star then brought in the 44-year-old quarterback, who previously went back and forth about retiring, to offer the actress a few pointers
He notably brought Tom Brady on board to bring the formerly retired actress back from her long hiatus.
During the call, she emphasized how concerned she was about a possible announcement.
She explained, “I’m so worried right now, I’m pacing the room… I don’t know how to do this, you know?”
The Django Unchained star then brought in the 44-year-old quarterback, who previously went back and forth about retiring, to offer the actress a few pointers.
Surprise: “I spoke to Jamie and he said you need some tips on how to lift retirement. I’ve been relatively successful at not retiring,” he said. Jamie also included a message stating that he needed a little help getting Diaz back into acting
Hilarious: “Cameron, I hope you’re not mad that I recorded this, but there’s no turning back now. Had to call the GOAT to bring back another GOAT,’ he said
Her post: The Shrek voice actress also shared a recording of the voice call with a message of her own on her Instagram story
She wrote: “Jamie Foxx only you could get me back in action!!! I can’t wait, it’s going to be a great time!’ Cameron’s last on-screen role was as Miss Colleen Hannigan in the 2014 musical comedy Annie, which also starred Jamie
Great news! The performer later confirmed that she had retired from acting during an interview with Entertainment Weekly published in 2018
“I spoke to Jamie and he said you need some tips on how to lift retirement. I’ve been relatively successful at not retiring,” he said.
Jamie also included a message stating that he needed a little help getting Diaz back into acting.
“Cameron, I hope you’re not upset that I recorded this, but there’s no going back now. Had to call the GOAT to bring back another GOAT,’ he said.
Announcement: The actress took part in a chat with fellow ‘The Sweetest Thing’ cast members Selma Blair and Christina Applegate, in which she expressed that given her free time, she would love to meet up with them again
Tragic: She said: “I’m semi-retired too, and I’m actually retired, so I’d love to see you, ladies.”
Chilly: Jamie and Cameron kept warm in the wintry temperatures with their red scarves
Busy bees: camera crews were spotted rushing around on the set
Old Friends: Friends Jamie and Cameron spent time together on set
The Shrek voice actor also shared a recording of the voice call with a message of her own on her Instagram story.
She wrote: “Jamie Foxx only you could get me back in action!!! I can’t wait, it’s going to be a great time!’
Cameron’s last on-screen role was as Miss Colleen Hannigan in the 2014 musical comedy Annie, which also starred Jamie.
The performer later confirmed that she had retired from acting during an interview with Entertainment Weekly published in 2018.
The actress took part in a conversation with her The Sweetest Thing co-stars Selma Blair and Christina Applegate, in which she expressed that she would love to see them again in all her free time.
She explained: “I’m also semi-retired and actually I’m retired so I’d love to see you ladies.”
Dramatic: Two speedboats shot into the river
Brave: An actor dressed as a firefighter stared into the distance