Not stirred. Helen Mirren has criticized the James Bond franchise for “profound sexism” while also saying she doesn’t believe the next 007 should be female. The Oscar-winner, 79, spoke about the famed fictional spy in an interview promoting her new series “MobLand,” which she stars in alongside Pierce Brosnan, 71, who played Bond in four … Read more
Bruce Glover, best known for playing the assassin Mr. Wint in the James Bond film, “Diamonds Are Forever,” died at 92 years old on Mar. 12. The veteran character actor’s son, Crispin Hellion Glover, confirmed the death on his Instagram page Saturday, but did not provide further details. A cause of death was not revealed. … Read more
Who should be the next James Bond is always a tough question. But never more so than right now. Murmurs got loud after Daniel Craig donned the tuxedo for the final time in 2021’s “No Time To Die.” Daniel Craig last played James Bond in 2021’s “No Time to Die.” ©Sony Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection However, … Read more
Pierce Brosnan has weighed in on the continuous whispers about the rumored new James Bond — saying the next 007 actor simply must be British. Brosnan, who helmed the iconic 007 role from 1995 until 2002, has been vocal about the iconic franchise’s future as the search for Daniel Craig’s successor rages on. Still, the … Read more
Daniel Craig didn’t want to mess up his lucky streak. The actor, 56, recently revealed he had no game plan after wrapping up his 15-year reign as James Bond other than possibly never working again. Craig spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about his life post-007 and the unexpected journey it led him on to play … Read more
British actress Gemma Arterton doesn’t agree with the idea of a gender-swapped James Bond, thinking moviegoers would find it “outrageous.” In a recent interview with UK outlet, The Times, Arterton pointed out that James Bond being portrayed as a woman is absurd on its face. “Isn’t a female James Bond like Mary Poppins being played … Read more
Daniel Craig is known for playing British secret agent James Bond in a handful of flicks released across the last two decades. Craig remembered how one film in particular was a “f—ing nightmare” to put together as the industry succumbed to the 2007-08 Writers Guild of America strike. The 56-year-old action star was riding a wave of … Read more
Daniel Craig found no solace on the set of his second James Bond movie. The British actor recalled the “difficult” time he had making 2008’s “Quantum of Solace” on the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s “Awards Chatter” podcast. “F–king nightmare,” Craig said, explaining how the 2007-2008 Writers’ Strike interrupted the production of the movie. … Read more
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00-oh, no. Daniel Craig’s experience as 007 has become a blur. The British actor, 56, could not remember how many James Bond movies he’s been in during a Nov. 4 Variety interview with his “Queer” co-star Drew Starkey, where they were asked questions and had to write their answers on a white board. “Are you … Read more
“A martini. Shaken, not stirred.” You can now utter James Bond’s iconic drink order from “Goldfinger” at the world’s first 007 bar in London’s Burlington Arcade. Created to celebrate the movie’s 60th anniversary, the pop-up cocktail lounge and store will remain open through the end of the year. The luxury shopping gallery, built in 1818 … Read more
It was a very queer day at the Venice Film Festival on Tuesday. Daniel Craig was praised after Luca Guadagnino’s erotic film “Queer” premiered at the festival, garnering a nine-minute standing ovation. The movie also features “Outer Banks” star Drew Starkey, 30. Craig’s performance has already been labeled “a career best,” and it’s clear the … Read more
Veuve Clicquot has long been shorthand for luxury — name-checked in “Casablanca,” the Ian Fleming novel “Casino Royale” and “Downton Abbey.” But now the iconic yellow label isn’t cutting it with a certain set. On some of New York City’s high-end, Champagne-focused menus — at places like Aldo Sohm Wine bar, Coqodaq and Grand Brasserie — Veuve … Read more
Heather Graham left us shaken and stirred. The actress has revealed in an exclusive interview with The Post that she’s ready to graduate from Felicity Shagwell to a Bond gal. Graham, who stars in the new movie “Place of Bones,” out today, Friday, August 23, expressed enthusiasm to step into the 007 franchise when asked … Read more
George Lazenby is living the retired life. The 84-year-old actor, who played James Bond only once in the 1969 film “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service,” was seen for the first time since announcing his departure from Hollywood. In the exclusive photos obtained by The Post, Lazenby was spotted with his ex-wife, former tennis star Pam … Read more
George Lazenby’s next project could be “From Florida With Love.” The 84-year-old actor, who played British superspy James Bond just once, in 1969’s “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service,” announced on Thursday that he’s leaving show business for good. “This hasn’t been an easy decision but it’s time to announce my retirement from work,” Lazenby said … Read more
These dogs are all dressed up with nowhere to go. The 2nd annual Pet Gala at NYU, which was to be held on May 6, the same day as the Met Gala, was canceled on Friday, the same day 13 protestors were arrested and an encampment dislodged on its campus by the NYPD. NYU told The … Read more
Sam Taylor-Johnson has addressed the rumors surrounding her husband Aaron Taylor-Johnson taking on the role as James Bond. In an upcoming appearance on “The Jonathan Ross Show” set to air Saturday, the 57-year-old director stayed mum about her 33-year-old husband’s possible new gig. “You mean that I might direct a Bond film? The first woman … Read more
Pierce Brosnan is a fan of the rumored new James Bond casting. The actor, 70, has given Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who was reportedly “formerly offered” the role of the iconic martini-sipping secret agent earlier this month, his seal of approval. And Brosnan, who helmed the iconic 007 role from 1995 until 2002, said he “would definitely … Read more
From one 007 to the next. Former “James Bond” actor George Lazenby is throwing support behind Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The British actor is rumored to be taking over the role from Daniel Craig, who portrayed the spy for 15 years. Lazenby, 84, reportedly told TMZ that Taylor-Johnson, 33, “can handle the stunts, and all the ladies … Read more