# Josh O'Connor Bond Rumor

> Josh O'Connor reportedly named next James Bond after pub chat.
- Title: Josh O'Connor Bond Rumor · Vanity Fair | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: josh o'connor, james bond, disclosure day, the crown, pierce brosnan, the sun, 007, Vanity Fair
- Source: Vanity Fair — https://vanityfair.com/story/josh-o-connor-james-bond
- Author: Redazione Show
- Published: 2026-11-07T21:09:01.718+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: josh o'connor, james bond, disclosure day, the crown, pierce brosnan, the sun, 007
## 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
## Key takeaway

Josh O'Connor is rumored to be cast as James Bond after a pub conversation, though he hasn't confirmed or denied the claim.