Sir Sean Connery has become one of the most popular James Bond stars (Picture: Bettman Archive) A lot has been said about the possibility of a female James Bond over the years – with some film fans up in arms over the suggestion – but it turns out the spy was almost the opposite sex in the first place. Sir Sean Connery was the first to take on the role and starred as 007 in seven films between 1962 and 1983, making his debut in Dr No. The late star has gone down as one of the most popular versions of the super spy, created by author Ian Fleming in 1953, but it has now been suggested that actr ..read more

The Hobbit star has spoken about why he’d like to stop acting (Picture: Getty) Richard Armitage sinks into a comfy-looking chair in the basement of the luxurious Soho Hotel in London, taking sporadic sips from a fresh cup of coffee. Hours earlier, his new ITV thriller Red Eye packed out a cinema room with people keen to get their first glimpse at his next role, so when he casually announces plans to leave it all behind we’re a little shocked. The 52-year-old could be considered to be at the peak of his career after decades of hard work, and obvious talent getting him to this point. Since the ..read more

Sam Taylor-Johnson has addressed the rumours her husband is about to be the next James Bond (Picture: Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images) Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s wife Sam Taylor-Johnson has finally addressed the ongoing speculation that he’s about to become the next James Bond. Reports surrounding the 33-year-old Kick-Ass star threw fans into a frenzy when it was claimed he had been offered a contract to become the next person to play the 007. While this may be the closest we’ve been to confirmation on Daniel Craig’s replacement, Metro.co.uk later learned that he hasn’t b ..read more

Pierce Brosnan throws his support behind possible James Bond actor (Picture: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images for Warner Bros.) Almost 30 years after he took on the mantle of MI6’s most suave secret agent, Pierce Brosnan has given his blessing to the rumoured next James Bond. Speculation that Aaron Taylor-Johnson could be taking over from Daniel Craig as 007 has gone into overdrive, although everything is still very much up in the air. Aaron, 33, has reportedly ‘not been cast’ as the Knives Out star’s replacement but he has earned the approval of previous Bonds. Pierce is the latest to throw his ..read more

Could Aaron Taylor-Johnson have his Bond Girl? (Picture: PA / Getty) Michelle Keegan is said to be in the running to become Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s first Bond girl. The former Coronation Street actress, who recently delighted Netflix viewers in Fool Me Once earlier this year, has emerged as a favourite to star alongside Daniel Craig’s successor as the next James Bond. While everyone is trying to predict the next 007, fans also want to know who will be following in the footsteps of the likes of Halle Berry, Michelle Yeoh, Ursula Andress and Lea Seydoux. Now, Gambling.com has revealed she is jus ..read more

The name’s Kirk… (Picture: Metro.co.uk/ITV) An Emmerdale legend could be giving potential James Bond candidate Aaron Taylor-Johnson a run for his money, according to Lisa Riley. Love has been in the air over on the Dales as Mandy Dingle (Lisa) couldn’t help wondering whether there was more to the kiss than Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt)  was trying to make out. Mandy took the opportunity to have things out with Chas (Lucy Pargeter) and a few tense words were exchanged, but this finished with Mandy saying she was keen to draw a line under the whole incident and forget abou ..read more

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next James Bond star Sir Jonathan Pryce has backed Aaron Taylor-Johnson to take on the role of the next 007, and made his feelings clear about a certain criticism some have about his looks. This week Bond fans were thrown into a frenzy when it was reported that Kickass star Aaron, 33, had been offered a contract to play the legendary character. It sparked huge excitement, being the closest to a confirmation on who would step into Daniel Craig’s shoes as the suave spy — and even ..read more

Aaron Taylor-Johnson will not be stepping into 007’s shoes (Picture: Belen Diaz/DYDPPA/REX/Shutterstock) British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson will not be taking over the role of James Bond from Daniel Craig despite speculation reaching fever pitch this week. Reports had claimed the Kick Ass actor, 33, had been ‘formally’ offered 007 and was expected to sign the contract later this week. Aaron had consistently been among the bookies’ favourites for the role and it was claimed he had impressed in a secret audition for producer Barbara Broccoli in 2022. Now, however, Metro.co.uk understands t ..read more

Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 33, is married to Sam Taylor-Johnson who is 24 years his senior (Picture: Getty; Instagram) For some James Bond fans, Aaron Taylor-Johnson might not be the obvious choice to take over from beloved 007 Daniel Craig. However, the 33-year-old heartthrob has slowly made his way up in Hollywood from humble beginnings in Angus, Thongs, and Perfect Snogging to action blockbuster Bullet Train. He now boasts an impressive net worth of $20million (£15.7m) when combined with that of his director wife, Sam Taylor-Johnson, 57. The couple may have been together for over 15 years but t ..read more

Aaron Taylor-Johnson wasn’t fans’ first choice for the role (Picture: WWD/Rex/Shutterstock) The film world is reeling from the news that the next James Bond has reportedly been chosen as Aaron Taylor-Johnson. After Daniel Craig’s stunning time as the spy came to an end in 2021, rumours about who would be next to step into the role have grown over time with incredible vigour. We’ve had Cillian Murphy suggested as the next Bond after his Oppenheimer success, Idris Elba was asked so often whether he would do it that he had to plead with people to stop asking him, and Aaron emerged as a frontrunn ..read more