Idris Elba fans have long wanted the seasoned actor to slip into a suit for the latest James Bond flick, and 007 author Anthony Horowitz was asked in a recent interview what his thoughts are on the idea. After saying he was “too street,” he quickly saw the backlash his words can cause, and he soon after issued an apology.

Shortly afterward, Idris had Horowitz eating his words even more, after he responded in the classiest way possible. Check out both responses in the gallery.

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