Could This Actor Be The Next James Bond?
Who will be the next James Bond? (Photo by Greg Williams/Eon Productions via Getty Images)
Could this actor be the next James Bond? The decision had us shaken (not stirred) and now the wait might be over! After much speculation and intrigue, we could have a new 007 this week! There are reports that an offer has been made.
There were tons of rumors that the next James Bond could be Idris Elba, Richard Madden, or even rumors of a female James Bond. However, it seems like those rumors have been laid to rest. Let’s meet the actor who has reportedly been offered the role!
Could This Actor Be The Next James Bond?
The Sun reports that an official offer for the role has been made. So, who’s the hunky British actor who might be the next 007? It’s Aaron Taylor-Johnson! The Sun reports he’s expected to sign the contract this week to take over after Daniel Craig’s departure as the British spy.
While Aaron may not be a household name (yet), he has starred in some big blockbusters. He’s probably best known for playing the titular role in Kick-Ass. He’s also starred in Bullet Train, Nowhere Boy, and has been tapped to play Kraven The Hunter in the upcoming Marvel movie. So, be prepared to get to know him very well. If he can land the Bond role and the lead in a Marvel movie that’s setting up for a pretty successful (and well paid) career that would have him in the spotlight for years to come.
The next instalment of the Bond franchise is expected to begin filming later this year. It was delayed due to the Hollywood writers’ strikes. Regarding his interest in the role, The Sun reports Taylor-Johnson said, “I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment.” Yeah! Being told you’re in the running to play a sexy spy has to be a compliment. Personally, I have never received an offer like that. I lack the criteria. However, I am a little surprised the role didn’t go to Chuck. He fits the mold perfectly. Remember when the show talked about Jim Bond, the American James Bond?
Get to know Aaron Taylor-Johnson below!
9 Dudes Who Should Have Won 'Sexiest Man Alive'
Congratulations, Patrick Dempsey! You’ve been named People’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive‘ for 2023. You now join an impressive class of men including George Clooney, Johnny Depp, and Brad Pitt. Nobody can take this title from you…although, maybe they should.
Look, there’s no questioning he’s a handsome guy. Sure, I’ll even say sexy. I’m just saying maybe he deserved the award when he was a little more, how do I put this delicately, popular? I think he would have been unquestionably in the running for the title in 2007. Why give him the title now?
Sexiest Man Alive
It would have made a lot of sense for him to win Sexiest Man Alive during his run as Dr. Derek Shepherd on Grey’s Anatomy. He was literally nicknamed McDreamy! Patrick Dempsey was a household name and just about everyone had a crush on him. Patrick was adored by the girls at school and their moms alike. During that time, he was the sexiest man alive. Today? He’s still sexy, but some other sexy men are missing out on a well-deserved title because we forgot to give Patrick Dempsey his 15 years ago.
In recent years, People’s Sexiest Man Alive title has gone to Chris Evans (2022), Paul Rudd (2021), and Michael B. Jordan (2020). All of whom are very much deserving of the award in that year. Chris Evans has long been one of the internet’s favorite crushes. Plus, he’s Captain America! He was in the news every week for something whether it’s the blockbuster he was starring in or someone he was rumored to be dating.
Paul Rudd is aging like a fine wine. He’s just getting better and better over the years and seems to have cracked the secret to aging. I’d say he deserves the title. Then, obviously Michael B. Jordan deserved the title in 2020. He is certainly one of the sexiest men alive and was starring in the Creed movies (along with other major films) and was a big part of pop culture. Can you name the last movie Patrick Dempsey starred in? Think on it.
I think an important metric that should be considered during the process of determining the sexiest man alive should be are they currently popular? Otherwise, there’s an employee at my local gym that would be worthy of the title. He’s probably just as known as Dempsey right now. So, here are 9 other dudes who I think should have and could have won sexiest man alive in 2023.
Other Men Worthy Of The Title
Cort Freeman was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He was named Clarkston High School 2009 Class Clown 13 years after graduating. Totally normal thing to happen. That’s thanks to his time spent as an Intern at Comedy Central and Social Media Correspondent for The Colbert Report. Cort has done comedy across the country, both standing up and sitting down. When he’s not trying to make you laugh on-air and online, he’s probably at home enjoying his favorite shows like Seinfeld, South Park, and The Office. He’s also totally uncomfortable writing about himself in the third person. Cort enjoys writing about comedy, food, sports, and entertainment. So, basically anything and everything.