Zac Efron comforts crying fan

Zac Efron offered words of comfort to a crying fan at the UK premiere of his new movie 17 Again, it has emerged.

Chloe Campbell, 17, had been dumped by her boyfriend just moments before Efron spotted her on the red carpet at the Odeon West End cinema in Leicester Square.

Speaking to the Daily Star about their encounter, Campbell admitted: "I can't believe it. I totally love Zac - he's amazical.

"My boyfriend just texted me to say it's over. I was crying about it and Zac actually stopped to ask if I was OK. I told him all about what had happened and he gave me a hug and said I'm pretty and confident and cool and that I'm wasted on a coward who texts a dumping.

"If I stood out enough to stop Zac, I'll be fine. My ex was a minger, anyway."

Meanwhile, Efron commented: "It happens every day. I love it when kids come and ask for advice. It's very flattering."

The actor recently revealed that he was "amazed" by the dedication of his British fans.