Will Smith brings Men in Black back to the stage at Coachella

Will Smith returned to the stage at Coachella for the first time in five years with a surprise performance of Men in Black — as a whole host of stars were spotted partying at the Californian music festival.

He made an unexpected cameo during Colombian singer J Balvin’s show, performing Men In Black from the 1997 film of the same name.

The actor, who wore the trademark black suit and matching sunglasses, rapped the track during the Sunday set while dancers dressed in alien costumes performed behind him, consistent with Balvin’s extra-terrestrial themed set.

Will Smith and J Balvin on stage (Getty Images for Coachella)

His appearance came two years after he slapped comedian Chris Rock during the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony over a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith, before he was awarded the Oscar for his leading role in King Richard.

Also in attendance were Katy Perry who supported her friend Mia Moretti, while Taylor Swift made an appearance to watch her producer Jack Antonoff perform with his band Bleachers.

Taylor Swift at Coachella (Louie A Ruelas /Instagram)

She was spotted walking hand in hand with her boyfriend Travis Kelce. Rihanna and Barry Keoghan were also seen at the event

Bebe Rexha, Doja Cat and Ice Spice all performed — as did Blur. Howeverlead singer Damon Albarn blasted the crowd, saying  “you’re never seeingus again” after trying — and failing — to lead a singalong.

Doja Cat wrapped up the first weekend with a string of surprise appearances.

Doja Cat at Coachella (Getty Images for Coachella)

The headline set saw the 28-year-old bring out British rapper 21 Savage to perform their hit n.h.i.e, Teezo Touchdown emerge during a new track titled Masc, and Asap Rocky appear on the catwalk stage to rap on the track titled Urge.

The star-studded performance also saw Doja Cat, real name Amala Dlamini, bring her visual set to a close with a rendition of her 2023 unapologetic anthem titled Paint The Town Red – which peaked at number one on the official UK charts.

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