“X-Men” star James McAvoy: He was attacked by unknown

Unpleasant incident for James McAvoy (46) The “X-Men” star was hit in the face by a stranger in Toronto on Monday evening. the actor was in the Canadian metropolis to present his directorial debut “California Schemin” at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The attack occurred around 11:55 p.m. in the Charlotte’s Room bar. McAvoy suddenly struck there in a small round with the producers of his film when a strongly alcoholic guest who was to be referred to the restaurant. “James was sitting to him with his back, the man came over and just hit him,” an insider described to “People”.

However, the actor reacted prudently: instead of letting the situation escalate, McAvoy tried to de -escalate immediately, while other guests and the staff removed the attacker. Then the Scots even stayed in the bar, continued to talk to the guests – and took the incident with humor.

McAvoy had traveled to the festival with his wife Lisa Liberati (46). On September 6th, “California Schemin ‘” celebrated world premiere. The film, inspired by a true story, is about two Scottish friends who pretend to be Americans to become hip-hop stars. In addition to newcomers like Séamus McLean Ross and Samuel Bottomley, Lucy Halliday and Rebekah Murrell can also be seen.

It is McAvoy’s first work as a director. However, the Scotsman is best known for his acting roles, for example as a young professor Charles Xavier in the “X-Men” series, in M. Night Shyamalans Psychothriller “Split” as well as in success films such as “Examination” or the comic film “Wanted”.