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Preliminary James Bond

January 10, 2019 Blind Gossip

[Blind Gossip] As you know by now, Daniel Craig has said that this will be his last turn as James Bond.

Craig said that before, and it only took money to get him to change his mind and play the role one more time.

However, the producers are actively looking for a new James Bond… and they have zeroed in on one particular actor.

He is not American.

He was at the Golden Globe Awards.

And he was NOT one of their top choices a year ago!

Preliminary talks have begun.

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Actor:

[Optional] Who would you like to see take on the role?

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  1. anxious6 says

    January 14, 2019 at 11:27 am

    Henry Golding from Crazy Rich Asians.

  2. Theiiishaveit says

    January 14, 2019 at 4:46 am

    Please please please let it be AIDAN TURNER

  3. avisdujour says

    January 12, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    taron egerton a little short but very cute

  4. littlemissmeow says

    January 12, 2019 at 6:54 pm

    Idris Elba would make a phenomenal 007. Don’t agree with me? Go back + rewatch The Wire – Stringer Bell was a smooth talking badass.

  5. kermit82 says

    January 12, 2019 at 6:31 pm

    Can’t be Idris Elba as he’s done far too much to annoy the Bond execs in teasing its him! Goes against their ethos.

    I’m assuming this is Richard Madden which I think is a shame. He’s all wrong for Bond.

    I’d love either Charlie Hunman or what’s his chops from Outlander? The one who plays Jamie. I thought of a third good option the other day but now can’t remember!

  6. Searlait says

    January 11, 2019 at 11:40 pm

    I hope it’s not Idris Elba.

  7. VegasMike says

    January 11, 2019 at 4:10 pm

    Darren Criss.

  8. kikistar says

    January 11, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    Matthew Rhys?
    Clue: ‘not American’ (he’s the star of The Americans)
    Just started watching Season 1- Massive crush on him. Brilliant actor too.

  9. staceyj says

    January 11, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Luke Evans. I think he’d make a fantastic Bond. He’s got the charisma, style and age on his side. Bond has to have the slightly older look.

  10. nostromo says

    January 11, 2019 at 11:05 am

    Richard Madden

    I would love Richard Madden to be considered for the role, particularly if they want a fresh, younger Bond. While his character in Bodyguard was not a straight-forward Bond archetype, it did show him adept in action sequences & intimate scenes. He is such a great actor & really inhabits the roles he has portrayed.

  11. gossipzillaisback says

    January 11, 2019 at 10:30 am

    Here’s how old the recent Bonds were when they first starred in the role:
    Craig: 38, Brosnan: 42, Dalton: 41, Moore: 46. It appears they’re trying to choose them younger, maybe to appeal to a younger audience, or because the stunts are more challenging. Elba seems too old, especially since DC has one more Bond movie, so the next won’t be out till 2021 at least. Richard Madden seems to fit the bill. Tom Hardy would be a bit of a stretch, but possible. Bale is too old, and he’s already…

  12. amagod121 says

    January 11, 2019 at 9:48 am

    Someone who is multi-cultural, to give the liberals a big O.

  13. yashenny says

    January 11, 2019 at 9:02 am

    Dear baby Jesus PLEASE let it be Idris Elba

  14. minionbrian says

    January 11, 2019 at 8:05 am

    Lovely Taron Egerton. He was at the the globes and he has some spy experience with kingsman. He’ll do well as Elton which will raise his profile even more.

    • minionbrian says

      January 13, 2019 at 1:53 am

      I will also add that both Idris Elba and tom hiddleston would be phenomenal bond villains!

  15. embee92 says

    January 11, 2019 at 6:54 am

    Richard Madden

  16. moonshy says

    January 11, 2019 at 5:10 am

    Christian Bale

  17. Roo212 says

    January 11, 2019 at 3:17 am

    Richard Madden

    I’d like to see Idris Elba as Bond

  18. jenskii says

    January 11, 2019 at 3:09 am

    Richard Madden. And after watching him in Bodygurd, I completely agree that he will be a fabulous Bond.

  19. KCeagle says

    January 11, 2019 at 2:53 am

    Richard Madden

    He’s very handsome and exudes the raw masculine charisma needed to carry the role of an international top spy and stud. Madden has the acting skills necessary and the good looks as well.

    • gossipzillaisback says

      January 11, 2019 at 10:33 am

      I’m gay and I can assure that Madden does NOT exudes raw masculine charisma. He’s good looking in a polished way, sure, but “raw masculine” is not really how I’d describe him.

  20. laura1083 says

    January 11, 2019 at 1:58 am

    Richard Madden

  21. allurbasebelongstome says

    January 11, 2019 at 1:32 am

    Actor: Idris Elba

    Optional: Give the role to Idris Elba!

  22. soledad says

    January 11, 2019 at 1:18 am

    Richard Madden?

  23. aaamrg says

    January 11, 2019 at 12:56 am

    Richard Madden

  24. purplefluffybunny says

    January 11, 2019 at 12:42 am

    Richard Madden

    Either Idris Elba or Richard Armitage

  25. shannonleew says

    January 11, 2019 at 12:19 am

    Hopefully Tom hardy

  26. aaaMel says

    January 11, 2019 at 12:06 am

    Idris Elba

  27. Mumumumu says

    January 10, 2019 at 11:57 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden. He is perfection.

  28. sherri says

    January 10, 2019 at 11:45 pm

    Richard Madden

  29. initsed says

    January 10, 2019 at 11:13 pm

    I don’t think this is Idris..
    Actor: Richard Madden

  30. radmom says

    January 10, 2019 at 11:11 pm

    Someone from Black Panther

  31. spookie says

    January 10, 2019 at 10:47 pm

    Richard Madden

    They want a younger Bond now, for a younger audience, and his star turn in The Bodyguard has convinced them he’s action material.

  32. RocketG305 says

    January 10, 2019 at 10:08 pm

    Actor: Ryan Gosling

  33. hughesyburger says

    January 10, 2019 at 9:59 pm

    Richard Madden from GOT and Bodyguard

  34. BlueSkies says

    January 10, 2019 at 9:45 pm

    Ismael Cruz Cordova — hot!

  35. scollaysquare says

    January 10, 2019 at 9:32 pm

    Idris Elba.

  36. Miami PoLo41 says

    January 10, 2019 at 9:02 pm

    Tom Hiddleston

  37. mstinybrunette says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:44 pm

    Idris Elba

  38. mstinybrunette says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:44 pm

    Ideia Elba

  39. skippersays57 says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    Richard madden

  40. Carigirl says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:14 pm

    Alwin

  41. michelex23 says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:07 pm

    If they’re smart, they’ll go with Idris…

  42. missmac35 says

    January 10, 2019 at 8:02 pm

    Idris Elba

  43. good2know says

    January 10, 2019 at 7:39 pm

    Richard Maddon

    Who would I like to see: Idris Elba (please, please, please)

  44. felicia says

    January 10, 2019 at 7:36 pm

    Luke Evans and this would be amazing ❤️

  45. boyjack4 says

    January 10, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    David Budd from Bodyguard
    Richard Madden.
    I’d much prefer someone with a twinkle in his eye. He’s rather dull

  46. Blossom says

    January 10, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    Tom Huddleston….I hope not!

  47. CatInTheHat says

    January 10, 2019 at 6:26 pm

    One of the Chrises, Ryan Reynolds or (hopefully not) Richard Madden (sorry, just can’t see it).
    I would love to see Charlie Hunnam as Bond if they aren’t going to choose Idris Elba.

  48. aaaTds78 says

    January 10, 2019 at 6:19 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden. Just a random guess.

    PR screwups from literally years ago aside; I still think Hiddleston is the best choice. He has everything the part calls for, and still brings his own following of MCU fans who might not otherwise care. They’re stupid if they’re seriously looking elsewhere.

  49. Mauna Loa says

    January 10, 2019 at 6:04 pm

    Won’t care unless it’s Tom Hardy

  50. aaaRCMH says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:57 pm

    Richard Madden – the perfect choice!

  51. Violets says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:54 pm

    Optional: Jason Stathem would be my pick.

  52. irishiis49 says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:47 pm

    I wish it was Idris Elba but sadly I think they will play it safe and go with Tom Hiddleston(msp)…

  53. whatisagigawatt2016 says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:40 pm

    Christian Bale
    Clue is not American, people were surprised that he is British (Welsh to be exact)

  54. mermaidh2 says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    I’m going to go out on a limb and say Colin Farrell? Just because Pierce Prosnan is also Irish.

  55. showmancer says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    Richard Madden

  56. Rosalie says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:26 pm

    Richard Madden

    I think he’d be great.

  57. bluthbananas says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:25 pm

    Actor: Daniel Bruhl? Either him or Richard Madden

  58. Neduardo says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    Maybe Idris Elba?

    He would be a great choice, but he is starting to look a bit old, surprising given he is only 46. Age might an issue if he needs to sign up for a few movies

  59. canadia99 says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    Jamie Dornan for the win.

  60. judylouise says

    January 10, 2019 at 4:55 pm

    Sam Hueghan

  61. Nchaniago says

    January 10, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    Richard madden!

  62. Vidalia Q Intrigue says

    January 10, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    Richard Madden

  63. Henriette says

    January 10, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    Wait what was I thinking. It’s Christian Bale right?

  64. 4girls4 says

    January 10, 2019 at 4:07 pm

    Richard Madden,,from Bodyguard
    He is hard to understand

  65. katekatekate says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:58 pm

    Anyone but Idris Elba.

  66. jrizzo says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:57 pm

    Richard Madden? His recent success with ‘The Bodyguard’ have made him a new prospect, apparently.

    I love Richard Madden and I loved Robb Stark, so I wouldn’t mind him as Bond.

  67. Guccigal says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    Idris Elba

  68. nowyoutellme says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:50 pm

    Bradley Cooper would make an awesome James Bond.

  69. Katfever says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    Robb Stark, I mean James Madden

    After watching him the Bodyguard (my husband still can’t believe it was him), I think he’s an excellent choice.
    No red wedding but lots of bedding Reds!

    • Katfever says

      January 11, 2019 at 1:33 pm

      Of course I meant Richard Madden.

  70. sunnyland says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:45 pm

    Idris Elba.

  71. 4sixx2 says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:44 pm

    Rami Malek. Ooohhh, exotic!

  72. dcbanks says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:29 pm

    Richard Madden

  73. Conchord says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    Well, a few months ago there was some talk that Richard Madden was going to be offered the role. Was he at the Golden Globes?

  74. buddypal says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:26 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden from Th Bodyguard

  75. dizzygirl says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:16 pm

    Please let it be Idris!! Even I will watch a stupid Bond flick if Idris Elba is the lead!

  76. Henriette says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:16 pm

    Viggo Mortensen? American-Danish so not technically 100% American lol

    Optional: Matthew Goode

  77. oyevey says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:16 pm

    Rami from Mr Robot.

  78. Musicsunlight says

    January 10, 2019 at 3:06 pm

    The lovely Idris Elba. He would be perfect

  79. eyeindigo says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:55 pm

    Joe Alwyn?

    He would be my pick, so I’m throwing his name out there. He isn’t linked to any major franchises and he’s a fine actor. They might be going for a younger, fresh take.

    • eyeindigo says

      January 10, 2019 at 3:56 pm

      He was at the Golden Globes with The Favourite cast, including Rachel Weisz and hubby Daniel Craig. Joe Alwyn looks like he could be Daniel’s son or younger brother. They have a similar look. Industry folk may have picked up on that.

  80. am2016 says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    definitely the guy from the Bodyguard.

    they definitely should go for their “diversity” claim and hire an African-American or an Asian actor (for the Chinese market) or some transgender, or even a woman

  81. amesr09 says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    Idris Elba. I would love for it to be Robert Pattinson.

  82. Penguin says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:42 pm

    I hope it’s Idris Elba.

    IDK if he was in the running a few years back, as I didn’t really pay attention.

  83. idmama says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:37 pm

    Richard Madden – Fantastic Choice!

  84. tinker says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:36 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden (from Bodyguard) – there’s been no end of talk linking him and Bond here in the UK, so much so I’d be more surprised if it wasn’t him being posted about here.

  85. luvsdrama says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    Richard Madden

  86. lulus mom says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:25 pm

    Idris Elba. He’s HOT
    , but I’m not a James Bond fan, so no dog in this fight.

  87. gossipgirl36 says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:23 pm

    Idris Elba would be an excellent choice

  88. whatiMEANT2sayis says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:19 pm

    It just struck me that Richard Madden could be fabulous in the role. We need a Scottish Bond! (Sam Heughan would be a personal favorite but he wasn’t at the Globes.)

    • Tia Gordita says

      January 11, 2019 at 7:50 pm

      Not that I disagree, I love me a Scottish accent. He wouldn’t be the first. Sean Connery is Scottish.

    • whatiMEANT2sayis says

      January 12, 2019 at 1:20 pm

      Oh yes! I know that! Loved him. Meant to say ANOTHER Scottish Bond!

  89. aaaTAWS says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:16 pm

    Richard Madden. Rumour has it that if he won Golden Globes, he’ll be seriously considered for James Bond.

  90. aaam.g.o says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:14 pm

    Actor: Luke Evans

  91. flameprincess says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    Idris Elba hopefully
    He’s drop dead gorgeous and is fantastically charming.

  92. kitteekat says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    Joe Alwyn? Taylors ‘friend’

    • NoseyNana2008 says

      January 11, 2019 at 8:35 am

      Too baby faced to be Bond.

  93. Appleton says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    If its not Idris then I don’t want it

  94. gayleym says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:07 pm

    Richard Madden from Bodyguard

  95. angelbratt says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    Timothy chalamet

    Joe alwyn

    Dave Franco?

  96. AlisonWonderland says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:01 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden

  97. aaaBB41 says

    January 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm

    Actor: Matt Smith
    Clue: “zeroed in” Matt starred in Patient Zero
    Optional: I’d like to see Tom Hiddleston as Bond. He’s so hot and extremely talented!

  98. jules2424 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    Richard Madden. I’ve seen maybe 1 Bond film ever, so doesn’t really matter to me!

  99. nero90 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    Easy. Richard Madden.

  100. elphie says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    Oh, Please be Idris Alba…

  101. Hollypollydoodle says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:53 pm

    Christian Bale

  102. gpisces says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    Richard Madden

    Richard Madden 😉

  103. Pebbles and BamBam says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    PLEASE let it be Idris Elba. I genuinely believe he’ll be a FANTASTIC James Bond.

  104. silence1534 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    Richard Madden?

    Stephan James?

  105. ana_bejit says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    I don’t know the name, I guess someone British, and I’d LOVE Tom Hardy to be the next Bond.

  106. gunther85 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    THe guy from the Bodyguard.
    It would be sick to see a female bond…

  107. badgerette85 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:33 pm

    Michael Rhys???? If not I hope they consider. Loved him in The Americans and would love to see him in a role with his native accent.

    • boyjack4 says

      January 11, 2019 at 2:49 pm

      Matthew Rhys

  108. thiskidsonfire says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:31 pm

    Actor: Richard Madden!

    I’d LOVE to see him as James Bond. We stan a Scottish legend

  109. cashatho7890 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    OMG OMG OMG COULD IT BE “LUTHER”?????!

  110. ivy3499 says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:20 pm

    Idris Elba?

  111. LizardQueen says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:20 pm

    Richard Madden
    After the Bodyguard (and winning a Globe for it)… I think they can see it now.

    • Mills007 says

      January 11, 2019 at 12:07 pm

      This! For sure, he is young enough and English enough and he was good in the serie The Bodyguard…
      Idris is a bit to old now, he might be able to do 1 Bond movie at this age, maybe 2 but then his 50 are there and his body would not be able to do the stunts, Richard on the other hand could do way more he is younger….

      I think Idris should play partner to 007 like 006 or something…

    • rosiedoes says

      January 11, 2019 at 2:45 pm

      Richard Madden is Scottish.

    • KatarinaJ says

      January 11, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      Yeah this. Idris Alba is too old. I love him and think he can pull it off but they have to think overall franchise and longevity as in can he play him for several movies and I think this will make them go younger. Madden makes sense after the win and Alba has been gossiped over so many times as a potential Bond I don’t see it quite fitting the blind. In many HEARTS and creative minds he has been a top choice of BIG discussion if producers opted for a more diverse route.

    • Mills007 says

      January 12, 2019 at 11:32 pm

      I KNOW….

      That’s why is wrote “English enough”….. Lots of Scottish or Irish actors can play “English” with their may different types off accents and they even do a good “stiff upper lip”…..

      Because they are very versatile……..
      There ya go…

  112. MissAnnThrope says

    January 10, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    Idris Elba.
    Optional: Idris Elba!

    • boyzmom says

      January 11, 2019 at 7:56 am

      Idris Elba was on the list a year ago, and BG says it is NOT anyone from that list

    • blondie929 says

      January 11, 2019 at 11:30 am

      UM no the wording clearly states “was not a top choice” therefore means he WAS on the list, just not a top contender.

      Obviously Idris Elba.

    • thisisannoying says

      January 11, 2019 at 7:22 pm

      Dumbblonde929 you obviously have to be a top choice to even get on that list

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