Will Smith took to the stage alongside Idris Elba to promote his 'incredible' self-titled memoid at the Savoy Theatre in London on Thursday.
The actor, 53, exuded charisma as he took to the stage to read an excerpt from his book, after surprising fans with his smooth complexion during an appearance on The One Show.
Idris admitted he had only ready up to chapter six of Will's book after it was released last Tuesday at the event to publicise the chronicle, according to The Independent.
Famous friends: Idris Elba, 49, described Will Smith's self-titled memoir as 'incredible' as he took to the stage at the Savoy Theatre in London to read an excerpt from the book on Thursday
Actor Idris wore a brown cardigan over a white top while he wore a pair of navy blue trousers.
He completed his look by wearing a pair if white Nike trainers which looked as if they were fresh out the box.
Will, 53, wore a red polo shirt and burgundy trousers as he compered the event in the UK capital.
Hollywood heavyweight: Will, 53, wore a red polo shirt and burgundy trousers as he compered the event in the UK capital
Bold claim: Idris admitted he had only ready up to chapter six of the tome after it was released last Tuesday at the event to publicise the chronicle
Born to perform: Luther star Idris and Will put on an energetic display as they larked about on stage in a bid to entertain the crowd
Friends in high places: The pair embraced as Idris prepared to read from Will's book at the event in London
Meanwhile, Mel B proved she still gets starstruck at the prospect of meeting a Hollywood A-lister as she waited outside the theatre with her 22-year-old daughter Phoenix Chi in the hope of meeting Will.
The Spice Girl, 46, caught a glimpse of the Hollywood heavyweight as he left the venue with Idris at the end of the night.
Scary Spice cut a casual figure in a red plaid shirt and black trousers which she teamed with a pair of leather boots.
Helping hand: Will could be seen dabbing beads of sweat off of Idris's forehead as he sat under the bright stage lights at the theatre
Proud: Will could be seen smiling as he sat with his book in his hand which he penned to tell the story of his life
Entertainer: Will burst into laughter as he spoke to the audience at the event in London's West End
Her first-born daughter Phoenix wore a beige quilted jacket over a white T-shirt while she had on a pair of black jeans and trainers.
Also in attendance at the event were This Morning presenters Alison Hammond, 46, and Josie Gibson, 36.
Former Big Brother housemate Alison wrapped up warm in a long black quilted coat for the evening.
In style: Will wore a red coat to match his top as he left the theatre before heading back to his hotel
In demand: The star attracted plenty of attention as he made his way to his car after taking to the stage on the night
Her pal Josie, who won the reality show in 2010, looked glamorous in a pink coat and blue patterned blouse which she teamed with a pair of black trousers.
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Will has been promoting his latest film King Richard while in the UK.
The movie is based on the life of Richard Williams, played by Will, who helped his daughters, Serena and Venus Williams, navigate their early lives as professional athletes.
Stepping out: Actor Idris wore a brown cardigan over a white top while he wore a pair of navy blue trousers
Keeping it casual: He completed his look by wearing a pair if white Nike trainers which looked as if they were fresh out the box
Speaking to hosts Zoe Ball and Jermaine Jenas on The One Show today, Will revealed
