Next James Bond: Surprise name emerges in race to be 007 in 'boundary-breaking' move
Speculation over who will take the reins of the next James Bond has been growing and now a new name has emerged
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Speculation over who will take the reins of the next James Bond has been growing and now a new name has emerged in the race to be 007.
Fast & Furious 6 actor Luke Evans is among the latest actors rumoured to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond.
During a recent conversation at a panel event, Evans revealed that he is not aware about who will be the next 007 but said even being considered for the part is “boundary-breaking”.
The 44-year-old Welsh actor began his career on the stage, performing in many of London's West End productions before taking on the role of Owen Shaw in Fast & Furious 6 and The Fate of the Furious.
Fast & Furious 6 actor Luke Evans is among the latest actors rumoured to replace Daniel Craig
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Daniel Craig’s replacement has been in talks for some time now and many actors including Kingsman’s Taron Egerton, Dev Patel, Snake Eyes’ Henry Golding, Will Poulter, and Idris Elba were being considered for the role.
Discussing the rumours, Evans has given an update on the possibility of playing the role of the secret agent.
He said: “Nobody knows – that’s part of the fun of it all… For a Welsh boy, from the valleys – a gay kid from the valleys – is in that small group of actors that’s up for playing Bond.”
Responding to those who made bets on him for becoming the new James Bond, he said" “You may win some money, but don’t come to me when you lose it.”
Producer Barbara Broccoli is reportedly keen for the next actor to portray the character for 15 years.
Speaking about his success in Hollywood, Evans added: “You need a strong sense of self to be able to survive.
"It's not an easy business and there's no roadmap for success. At the end of the day, you get critiqued and other people have opinions on you.
"But really, you've always got to look after yourself and make sure that you feel good and have confidence in who you are.”
During a recent conversation at a panel Luke Evans said even being considered for the part is 'boundary-breaking'
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007 rumours have continued to intensify with a host of names backed to take over the role from Daniel Craig.
A recent surge in bets has propelled a well-loved Hollywood actor into pole position to be the next James Bond.
Bookies Coral have got Kick-Ass star Aaron Taylor-Johnson at 2-1 to fill Craig’s black tuxedo.
The betting specialists saw a surge of support and money put on the 32-year-old earlier this month.