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Josh O'Connor Bond Rumor
Josh O'Connor reportedly named next James Bond after pub chat.
In brief
Josh O'Connor reportedly named next James Bond after pub chat. Josh O'Connor is rumored to be cast as James Bond after a pub conversation, though he hasn't confirmed or denied the claim. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Bond casting rumor
A British tabloid claims Josh O'Connor will play James Bond after a pub conversation.
O'Connor's audition status
O'Connor is reportedly among actors auditioning for the 007 role with Pierce Brosnan praising the process.
The Sun's claim
The Sun reports O'Connor beat out Callum Turner and Aaron Taylor-Johnson for the role.
Pub conversation story
O'Connor's cast mate claimed he confided in them about the role after Halloween drinks.
“I bumped into one of Josh’s Golden Boy cast mates at The French House. Out of nowhere, and oiled by a few glasses of lager, they blurted out that Josh was the next James Bond”
O'Connor's past roles
O'Connor won an Emmy for his role as Prince Charles in The Crown.
O'Connor's response
O'Connor called the casting rumor 'an extraordinary' moment but hasn't confirmed or denied it.
“To be considered in that same sort of bracket is extraordinary”
The short version
Josh O'Connor is rumored to be cast as James Bond after a pub conversation, though he hasn't confirmed or denied the claim.
