Jamie Foxx returns to ‘Back in Action’ set as he is eager to 'see the project completed', source reveals

Jamie Foxx feels ‘fantastic’ as he returns to ‘Back in Action’ set, eager to 'see the project completed': Source
Jamie Foxx is finishing the shooting of 'Back to Action' movie following a health scare (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jamie Foxx is back in action after a health scare last year.

The actor is resuming his role in the Netflix movie 'Back in Action', alongside Cameron Diaz, who is making her comeback to the big screen after seven years.

Jamie Foxx’s determination to finish the film

People, citing a source, revealed  Foxx is feeling “fantastic” and is eager to see the project completed.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Jamie Foxx attends the
Jamie Foxx is  feeling “fantastic” and is eager to see the project completed (Getty Images)

"Jamie is indeed back on set and shooting through February,” the source stated, adding “He looks and feels fantastic.”

The source also revealed that Foxx is ready to do all of the parts of his stunt double that didn’t come out right.

“They tried to finish the movie with a stunt double but it didn’t come out right so Jamie is going to do all of the parts now,” the source added.

He continued, Foxx was "doing so well."

Jamie Foxx promotes the film
'Jamie Fox is indeed back on set and shooting through February,' a source revealed (Getty Images)

Jamie Foxx will finish the movie 'Back to Action' as he gets back to acting 

One more source told the publication that Foxx who is “super talented and loves his work," is keen to to finish the film.

"For Jamie, the show must go on and he has always been eager to see this project completed,” the source said, adding, “He will finish this film.”

On Saturday, January 20, the publication reported Foxx was photographed on the set of 'Back in Action' in Atlanta, walking alongside Diaz, 51, sending joy to his fans. 


 
 
 
 
 
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The movie began filming in December 2022 with Foxx and Diaz spotted doing various scenes around London before it was moved to Atlanta. 

The movie will be big-screen project for Diaz after 2014 'Annie' remake, which also featured Foxx. Reportedly, it was Foxx who approached Diaz for one last film. 

Jamie Foxx’s recovery from a medical complication

The 56-year-old star had faced a “medical complication” in April 2021, which halted the production of the action comedy.

His daughter, Corinne, shared a statement on Instagram, asking for prayers and privacy for her father.


 
 
 
 
 
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“'We wanted to share that my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday [April 11]. Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery. We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers,” the statement read.

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