Vin Diesel has announced that the upcoming Fast X: Part 2, the penultimate installment of the Fast & Furious franchise, will return to its roots by filming in Los Angeles. The city, which served as the backdrop for the series’ original 2001 film, holds a special place in the saga’s history.

Vin Diesel is returning the Fast & Furious franchise to where it all started: Los Angeles. The actor took to social media to share a conversation with co-star Jordana Brewster about filming the rest of Fast X: Part 2 in LA to bring back production to the city following the devastating wildfires.

Vin Diesel credited his costar Jordana Brewster with inspiring him to ensure 'Fast X: Part 2' shoots in Los Angeles