007 Showbiz and Celebrity Breaking News

Rumored to be playing the next James Bond (by the same U.K. tabloid that said Cillian Murphy was the favorite last week and that Paul Mescal was a lock before that, insert eye roll here), Aaron Taylor Johnson is railing against Hollywood in a new Rolling Stone UK interview.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who was reportedly “formerly offered” the role of the iconic martini-sipping secret agent earlier this month, his seal of approval.And Brosnan, who helmed the iconic 007 role from 1995 until 2002, said he “would definitely tip my hat to the fellow” to take over the reins.“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan told RTÉ Radio 1. Brosnan worked with the “Bullet Train” actor, 33, on the 2009 movie “The Greatest,” for which he also served as a producer.The film saw Brosnan and Susan Sarandon star as a married couple grieving the death of their son, played by Taylor-Johnson.Reflecting on the project, Brosnan said the “Kick-Ass” actor was “the greatest in it.”“It’s a lovely movie with Aaron and Carey Mulligan, Susan Sarandon and myself,” he said of the “Tenet” star.The “November Man” actor also offered some sound advice for Taylor-Johnson following the rumored 007 casting.“Be bold.

told The Sun.The “Bullet Train” actor, 33, is expected to sign on the dotted line this week, the outlet adds.EON Productions, which makes 007 films, is said to be preparing to start shooting later this year.“Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it,” an insider told the outlet. “The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back.”“As far as EON is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days and they can start preparing for the big announcement,” the source added.Should he accept the deal, the “Tenet” actor will take over the reins from Daniel Craig, who starred as Bond in a total of five films spanning over 15 years.Craig, 56, was in his 30s when he signed on for the role.After playing Bond in the 2006 film “Casino Royale,” he went on to star in “Quantum of Solace,” “Skyfall” and “Spectre,” before his final hurrah in 2021’s “No Time To Die.”Taylor-Johnson, for his part, reportedly underwent a screen test for the Bond franchise in 2022.“I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role.

Filmmaker Matthew Vaughn (“Kick-Ass”), thus far, has essentially made an entire career out of making spy films, ones arguably much more irreverent than the James Bond movies—a series he seemingly was desperate to be a part of at one point. But then Vaughn came up with the “Kingsman” franchise in 2014 with the first installment, “Kingsman: The Secret Service,” and then basically never looked back.

The line from many fans and pundits, at least online, is that Christopher Nolan, currently promoting his “Oppenheimer” movie is that he will eventually direct a James Bond film. I’ve always felt that was wrong.

the short list of hunky Hollywood heartthrobs rumored to be in the running for the coveted Bond role, alongside Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, “Superman” stud Henry Cavill, Richard Madden of “Game of Thrones” and “Bridgerton” star Regé-Jean Page. A spokesperson for the video game company was shocked at the uncanny resemblance to Taylor-Johnson, telling the Times, “It’ll be amazing if he actually lands the role now.”Unwind Media also prompted the artificial intelligence technology to manufacture the next Bond girl, with the instructions to imagine a British actress in her mid-20s who is 5-feet, 7 inches tall.

crept up in conversations about who the next Martini-sipping secret agent would be.But contrary to the rumors, it seems as though spy fans won’t be seeing Elba transform into 007 as he’s decided to shift his focus onto his starring role in BBC’s “Luther.”“We’ve been working on the TV show for about 10 years and so the natural ambition is to take it to the big screen, and so we’re here with the first movie,” the 50-year-old said.“You know, a lot of people talk about another character that begins with ‘J’ and ends with ‘B’ but I’m not going to be that guy. I’m going to be John Luther.

For the past seven years, filmmaker Matthew Vaughn has been scratching his spy film itch with his ‘Kingsman’ franchise. Over the course of three films (the third of which, “The King’s Man,” arriving this week, read our review here), Vaughn has shown himself to be a pretty solid director of superspy material.

“No Time To Die” sees the final outing for Daniel Craig in the iconic role as MI6 agent James Bond and fans have already started giving their own ideas of who should take the part in “Bond 26.” READ MORE: ‘No Time To Die’: Daniel Craig’s Final Bow As James Bond Is Worth Toasting [Review] Various actors have been rumored as potential contenders over the years, such as Michael Fassbender, Idris Elba, Tom Hiddleston, Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, Jamie Bell, Rege-Jean Page, Riz Ahmed, Richard Madden,

survivalist Bear Grylls claimed that he has been “approached” to play the big screen’s most famous spy, 007.“I have been approached to play Bond by a few people I can’t name,” the 46-year-old adventurer best known for his daring survival skills on “Man Vs. Wild” told The Sun on Sunday.“It’s flattering.

John Boyega wants to tackle a James Bond film with Steve McQueen behind the camera.Letitia Wright suggested the Star Wars actor, who like her appears in one of McQueen’s Little Axe movies, would be perfect as 007 in a new interview – and he likes the idea.“Ooh! Hey listen, Steve McQueen directing, let’s do this!” John said. “We could show them something different.

Rami Malek’s role in new James Bond movie No Time To Die is “as big as it gets”.The Bohemian Rhapsody star plays villainous Safin in the upcoming 007 flick, slated for release in April 2021, in which he’ll face off against Daniel Craig’s secret service agent.“There was no way I was going to say no,” he tells GQ magazine of the offer to join the cast “It’s a 007 film, man.

Daniel Craig is leading tributes to late James Bond star Sean Connery following the Scottish actor’s death at 90.The current 007 has released a statement, calling Connery “one of the true greats of cinema”.“Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more,” Craig writes. “He defined an era and a style.

Daniel Craig has warned the actor stepping into the role of James Bond not to mess it up.The 52-year-old actor makes his last outing as 007 in the forthcoming movie No Time to Die – the release of which is delayed until April 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.Ahead of its release, speculation has been mounting about who will replace Daniel as the suave British spy – with Tom Hardy and Harry Styles apparently the favorites to take on the part.Asked for his advice for the new Bond during an

Billie Eilish has debuted her video for new James Bond theme No Time To Die.The Bad Guy singer performs the sultry song in a darkened studio in director Daniel Kleinman’s black and white promo, which was posted on YouTube on Thursday (October 1, 2020) as footage from Daniel Craig’s final outing as 007 flashes around her.The song was produced by Billie’s brother Finneas and the siblings still can’t believe they got the chance to compose and record a Bond theme.A post shared by BILLIE EILISH

James Bond (Daniel Craig) is brought back to service, up against a villain (Rami Malek) with new technology.Also stars Ana de Armas, Léa Seydoux, Rami Malek, Ralph Fiennes, Christoph Waltz, Naomi Harris, Jeffrey Wright, Ben Whishaw, and more. ‘No Time to Die’ releases on November 25, 2020.

We are in the midst of a global pandemic and it has gravely affected our ways. The next James Bond which was slated to release this summer is now releasing in November 2020. This though wasn’t the only obstacle that the movie faced. ‘No time to die’ marks the end of Daniel Craig’s tenure as the charismatic secret agent, James Bond. 

Former Bond girl Olga Kurylenko is celebrating after becoming the first celebrity to pass through coronavirus testing and quarantine.

Daniel Craig has confirmed reports he won’t be back for a sixth James Bond movie.

Sony bosses have bumped Tom Hanks’ World War Two movie, Greyhound, to mid-June to capitalize on America’s Father’s Day and Flag Day holidays.

The coronavirus spread has forced James Bond bosses to rethink the release of their latest movie, No Time To Die.

Daniel Craig was banned from driving James Bond’s iconic Aston Martin DB5 as he shot his final movie in the franchise, No Time To Die.

Daniel Craig has admitted that all is not as it seems when 007 is behind the wheel.

Billie Eilish will debut her new James Bond theme in full at the BRIT Awards in London next week (begins February 17, 2020).

Brit Awards bosses are reportedly hoping pop star Billie Eilish will debut her James Bond theme song at the 2020 ceremony.

Billie Eilish is reportedly set to become the youngest artist to ever record a James Bond theme, after apparently being snapped up by bosses to pen the title track for No Time To Die.

Rami Malek used Freddie Mercury as an inspiration when it came to figuring out how to play Bond villain Safin in No Time To Die.