Pearl Thusi stuns in slinky red dress at gala dinner

Cape Town - Spanish actor Antonio Banderas is currently in South Africa to promote his latest perfume range.

While in the country Antonio also visited Nkosi's Haven in Johannesburg, which was hosted by none other than Pearl Thusi. 

Pearl got very close to the Puss in Boots actor, and also hosted a press conference and gala dinner on Wednesday.

In fact, Antonio bought one of the paintings auctioned at the gala - titled Hope - and gifted it to Pearl. 

The gorgeous local celeb was absolutely floored when she got home and realised what the title of the painting was, as it holds the same meaning as her name.  

Take a look at the gorgeous photos here: 

(Photos: Supplied by Capacity Relations/ StillsbyTom)