Here's What John Boyega Says Jamie Foxx Had To Say When They Talked On The Phone

    "He finally picked up the phone."

    John Boyega is giving an update on Jamie Foxx after spending weeks trying to get in touch with him.

    A close-up of John in a suit at a media event

    Just a few days ago, John, who stars in Jamie's upcoming film They Cloned Tyrone, said he was still trying to send Jamie his well wishes after his "medical complication."

    A close-up of John and Jamie posing for a photo, with Jamie's arm around John

    "I've been calling; I'm just gonna keep on calling. He better pick up. Come on, Jamie!" John told Entertainment Tonight.

    A close-up of John in a suit at a media event

    And at the premiere for They Cloned Tyrone last night, John said he was finally able to chat with Jamie on the phone.

    A close-up of Jamie in a jacket

    "He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro," John told People magazine. "He's doing well. And then, you know, we just giving him the privacy, and we can't wait for his return."

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    As for what they chatted about, John said he gave Jamie his "well wishes directly."

    A close-up of Jamie in a shiny suit at a media event

    "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," John shared.

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    Meanwhile, Datari Turner, who coproduced the film alongside Jamie, said he also talked to him on the phone, and things were looking up.

    A close-up of Jamie and Datari at a media event

    "He's doing amazing. I promise you. Doing really, really good," Datari shared.

    A close-up of Jamie and Datari in bow ties at a media event

    He continued, "[Director] Juel [Taylor] talked to him yesterday. John Boyega talked to him yesterday. He's in really, really good shape and spirits."

    A close-up of Jamie in a fur-collar coat

    In fact, Datari said Jamie will for sure "be back on the screen" and will "be back to work very soon."

    A close-up of Jamie in a wide-brimmed hat at a media event

    I'm so glad to hear Jamie is doing well, and I hope he makes a speedy recovery!