George Lazenby, the actor who once played James Bond in “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service,” has expressed his belief that Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his role in “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” has what it takes to be the next 007. In a recent interview with TMZ, Lazenby stated that Taylor-Johnson possesses the necessary skills to perform the stunts and charm the “Bond girls.”
Rumors Surrounding the Next James Bond
Speculation has been rife about who will take over the iconic role of James Bond from Daniel Craig, who concluded his tenure with the 2021 film “No Time to Die.” Taylor-Johnson’s name has been frequently mentioned in these discussions. However, the producers of the Bond franchise have yet to confirm these rumors, and Lazenby himself has noted that Taylor-Johnson may not have secured the role yet. He recalled that during his time in the 1960s, he had to undergo a series of tests and auditions before being chosen for the part.
When asked about the rumors during an interview with Rolling Stone UK, Taylor-Johnson chose to focus on his current projects, including “The Fall Guy,” “Nosferatu,” and “Kraven the Hunter.” He did not reveal any specific future plans, stating, “I don’t feel like I need to have a future drawn out for me. I feel like: whatever’s drawn out for me, I can f–kin’ do better.”
Previous Speculations and Future Possibilities
Over the years, various actors from the British Isles and beyond, including Lazenby himself, who is Australian, have portrayed Bond. In recent years, there was speculation that Idris Elba might take on the role, but nothing materialized. In 2018, The Daily Star reported that Elba was close to accepting the role, causing a stir among fans. However, this claim was later denied by a representative for director Antoine Fuqua.
Henry Cavill, known for his role as Superman, has also been a subject of speculation, especially after his portrayal of an elite spy in 2015’s “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.”
