Kate Beckinsale stuns in white mesh dress as she brings some Hollywood glamour to Stephen Merchant's new play

Kate Beckinsale brought a touch of Hollywood to London's West End on Monday night at the opening night of a new play.

The Underworld actress, 41, looked stunning in a tight white mesh off-the-shoulder dress as she joined a host of British comedy stars at the press night of The Mentalists.

Kate was there to lend support to her comedian friend Stephen Merchant, who is making his West End debut at the Wydnham's Theatre production. 

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A bit of all white: Kate Beckinsale looks stunning in a white mesh dress at the opening night of The Mentalists at London's Wyndham's Theatre on Monday night

A bit of all white: Kate Beckinsale looks stunning in a white mesh dress at the opening night of The Mentalists at London's Wyndham's Theatre on Monday night

A touch of Hollywood: Kate added a splash of colour with her yellowy-green high-heels

A touch of Hollywood: Kate added a splash of colour with her yellowy-green high-heels

Arriving at the theatre, Kate teamed her white dress with a pair of green snake-printed heels and completed her outfit with a white quilted Chanel bag.

The actress was one of a host of famous faces at the opening of Richard Bean's new play about two men who was forced to confront the dark side of their relationship after they end in a hotel room.

The Office star Stephen plays Ted, who has a big plan which he believes will revolutionise the world. 

Showing support: Kate was in attendance to support her friend Stephen

Showing support: Kate was in attendance to support her friend Stephen

Classic style: Coronation Street star Michelle Collins wore a little black dress

Classic style: Coronation Street star Michelle Collins wore a little black dress

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Kate Beckinsale made her way through London looking stunning. The hottie with a body is preparing for her role as Selene in Next Generation, we can see she's starting her training, look at those legs!

Her white mesh off the shoulder dress along with snake print yellow pumps are a killer combination. Kate topped off her look with a classic Chanel 'quilted caviar leather' bag with silver chain detailing.

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TV presenter Gaby Roslin wore a black top and blazer with skinny beige jeans
ex-Made In Chelsea star Ashley Roberts went for a casual look in flares, low-cut vest and mac

Night at the theatre: TV presenter Gaby Roslin wore a black top and blazer with skinny beige jeans, while ex-Made In Chelsea star Ashley Roberts went for a casual look in flares, low-cut vest and mac

Joining Stephen is Steffan Rhodri, who famously played Dave Coaches in Gavin & Stacey, as Ted's best friend Morrie.

While Kate opted for black, many of the famous women in attendance appeared to be going for black.

Former Coronation Street star Michelle Collins kept it simple in a low-cut black dress dress, while TV presenter Gaby Roslin wore a black top and blazer with a pair of beige skinny jeans.

Ready to pop: Former EastEnders actress Kellie Shirley, who is expecting twins this month, showed off her baby bump in blue

Ready to pop: Former EastEnders actress Kellie Shirley, who is expecting twins this month, showed off her baby bump in blue

Coupled up: Comedian David Mitchell attended with his wife Victoria Cohen

Coupled up: Comedian David Mitchell attended with his wife Victoria Cohen

Ex-Made In Chelsea star Ashley James went for a more casual look than usual in a pair of indigo denim flares, low-cut black vest and tan mac. 

Former EastEnders actress Kellie Shirley showed off her large baby bump in a navy dress.

The ex-soap star, 32, who played Dean's sister Carly in the soap, is expecting twins later this month.

Someone needed a caffeine fix: Jimmy Carr arrived with girlfriend Karoline Copping and a cup of Starbucks

Someone needed a caffeine fix: Jimmy Carr arrived with girlfriend Karoline Copping and a cup of Starbucks

Also in attendance was David Mitchell and his wife Victoria Cohen, Jimmy Carr and girlfriend Karoline Copping, Steve Pemberton and Richard Wilson. 

The Mentalists runs at the Wyndham's Theatre until September 26. 

Paired up: Harry Potter star Matthew Lewis attended with Lauren Hickford

Paired up: Harry Potter star Matthew Lewis attended with Lauren Hickford

Funny men: League Of Gentlemen star Steve Pemberton (left) and One Foot In The Grave star Richard Wilson
Funny men: League Of Gentlemen star Steve Pemberton (left) and One Foot In The Grave star Richard Wilson

Funny men: League Of Gentlemen star Steve Pemberton (left) and One Foot In The Grave star Richard Wilson

Curtain call: Stephen Merchant and co-star Steffan Rhodri prepare to take a bow for their audience

Curtain call: Stephen Merchant and co-star Steffan Rhodri prepare to take a bow for their audience

  

 

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