November 19th 2024.
The James Bond franchise has been a staple in the film industry for decades, and with the departure of Daniel Craig after No Time to Die in 2021, the question on everyone's mind is: who will be the next 007? Speculation has been running wild, with names like Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Rege-Jean Page, and James Norton being thrown into the mix. But at the recent Governors Awards in Hollywood, Daniel Craig himself hinted that the new Bond may have been in the audience as he presented an honorary Oscar to producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson.
In his speech, the 56-year-old Knives Out star slyly joked, "But first, let's just get something out of the way. If you came here this evening to find out who the next James Bond is, don't look at me, but he might be in the room... just joking... maybe I'm not?" With so many Hollywood heavyweights in attendance, it was hard to pinpoint who exactly could be the chosen successor, but names like Barry Keoghan, Nicholas Hoult, and Paul Mescal were among the guests.
It's been three years since Daniel officially retired as James Bond, and he has since dropped hints that he knows who will be taking over the iconic role. This comes after producers Barbara and Michael revealed their vision for the future of the franchise. "It's a big decision," Barbara, daughter of famed Bond producer Albert 'Cubby' Broccoli, stated. They have also confirmed that the new Bond will be a man, after Lashana Lynch made history as the first Black female 007 in No Time to Die.
While they are looking for someone in their 30s to revitalize the franchise for a younger audience, this means actors like Idris Elba (52) and possibly Henry Cavill (41) may be out of the running. It's been speculated that Paul Mescal, at 28 years old, may also be too young to take on the role. Could this mean that producers are considering Barry Keoghan as the next 007?
Despite not being present at the Governors Awards, Aaron Taylor-Johnson is still considered the favorite for the role, despite a source denying his involvement when speculation was at its peak in March. Other names that have been thrown into the mix include Bridgerton's Rege-Jean Page, The Gentlemen star Theo James, Kingsman icon Taron Egerton, and surprise entry Leo Woodall, who has been making waves with his performances in White Lotus and Bridget Jones's final installment.
With so much buzz surrounding the next James Bond, it's no surprise that fans are eagerly waiting for any news or updates. If you have any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. You can email us, call us, or visit our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. Who do you think will be the next James Bond? Only time will tell.
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