Michael Caine KICKED OFF Loose Women After Heated Clash with Carol McGiffin

Michael Caine KICKED OFF Loose Women After Heated Clash with Carol McGiffin

Sir Michael Caine walked off the set of Loose Women after a shocking on-air clash with panelist Carol McGiffin — and the explosive exchange has everyone talking.

What began as a lighthearted interview quickly spiraled into a tense showdown when Carol pressed the legendary actor with questions he refused to entertain.

Sir Michael Caine, 92, helped by US actor as he is pictured using wheelchair for first time

Sir Michael Caine has been pictured in a wheelchair during a recent outing in London with an old friend.

The 92-year-old, who is best known for starring in films such as The Italian Job and Alfie, was pictured alongside his wife Shakira at the River Cafe in Hammersmith, London.

This is the first time Michael has been photographed out and about in a wheelchair, with fans used to seeing him using a walking frame to aid his balance after a 2018 fall.

The Miss Congeniality actor – who announced his retirement in 2023 – was helped to his seat by Fast & Furious actor Vin Diesel.

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The 57-year-old actor, who played Dom Toretto in the film franchise, could be seen pushing the British legend in his wheelchair.

The Zulu star was also seen sporting a band-aid on his face as he looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal.

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel at the River Cafe in Hammersmith, London (Picture: Backgrid)

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
Both Michael and Diesel were pictured with their families at the swanky restaurant (Picture: Backgrid)
According to reports, Michael was even seen singing happy birthday to the Fast & Furious actor, who turns 58 next week.

The pair are said to have been close friends ‘for decades’ and according to Diesel – real name Mark Sinclair – they are working on an independent project called Mark and Maurice.

Joining the meal was Diesel’s long-time partner Paloma Jiménez and his two children.

They were said to be enjoying each other’s company for the early birthday celebration as part of an upcoming documentary.

The US actor was seen dressing casually in a blue polo shirt, sunglasses and sneakers. Meanwhile, Sir Michael wore a suit jacket and matching pants.

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
According to sources, the pair have been friends for ‘decades’ (Picture: Backgrid)

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
The duo were joined by Diesel’s long-time partner and his children (Picture: Backgrid)
It comes ahead of the US actor’s jury trial for sexual battery starting next month.

The Hollywood actor’s representatives have claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports.

The unlikely duo previously starred in the 2015 movie The Last Witch Hunter.

After retiring from acting, Sir Michael has been enjoying his time out of the spotlight, sharing an insight into his personal life in his 2024 memoir Don’t Look Back, You’ll Trip Over: My Guide to Life.

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
Michael has been out of the spotlight after he quit acting in 2023 (Picture: Backgrid)

BGUK_3295080 - *PREMIUM-EXCLUSIVE* London, UNITED KINGDOM MUST CALL FOR PRICING BEFORE USAGE - Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Vin Diesel dined together with their families at the River Caf?? in Hammersmith, London, for an early birthday celebration - all captured as part of an upcoming documentary. Caine, 92, was pictured for the first time since transitioning from a Zimmer frame to a wheelchair and appeared in high spirits as Vin lovingly wheeled him around. The legendary actor, who sported a band-aid on his face, was joined by his wife Shakira, while Vin???s long-time partner Paloma Jim??nez and their two children were also present. Caine, who considers Vin his ???unofficial son,??? looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself during the two-hour meal, even singing Happy Birthday to the Fast & Furious star, who turns 58 next week. After the feast, Vin was seen rubbing his belly, clearly satisfied with the hearty celebration as this comes all ahead of Vin's jury trial for Sexual Battery starting next month August 18th with the Hollywood star's rep claimed there have been no cases against the actor for sexual misconduct or assault allegations, according to reports. *STRICTLY NO SUBSCRIPTIONS AND NO SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA USE* Pictured: Michael Caine, Vin Diesel, Shakira Caine, Paloma Jim??nez BACKGRID UK 9 JULY 2025 UK: +44 208 344 2007 / uksales@backgrid.com USA: +1 310 798 9111 / usasales@backgrid.com *Pictures Containing Children Please Pixelate Face Prior To Publication*
The meal was said to be celebrating Diesel’s birthday which is next week (Picture: Backgrid)
In his book, Michael even wrote about his and Diesel’s friendship, where he explained how they first met at a dinner party 30 years ago.

Diesel has also spoken about their friendship in a recent Instagram post, where he said: ‘Filming The Last Witch Hunter with Michael was such a dream come true.

‘The response from people discovering it now is surreal — getting to work alongside one of my dearest friends and seeing people connect with that story years later… That’s really the magic of this business,’ he wrote.

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