Former Blade star Wesley has some advice for Mahershala (Picture: Rex)

Wesley Snipes has some words of wisdom for Mahershala Ali, who is set to take on the role of Blade in Marvel’s new reboot of the franchise.

The superhero was notably played by Wesley, 58, in the original Blade film trilogy between 1998 and 2004, and the actor has given his full support to Mahershala, 46, who is taking over the role.