Aaron Taylor-Johnson 'has been formally offered the opportunity to play James Bond', putting an end to months of speculation regarding Daniel Craig's successor.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has reportedly been formally offered the opportunity to play James Bond , putting an end to months of speculation regarding Daniel Craig 's successor He began acting as a child and has seen his career go from strength to strength, with three huge film appearance this year alone. He also has been nominated for two BAFTAs and previously won Best Supporting Actor at the Golden Globes for Nocturnal Animals.
In October last year, the Mail exclusively revealed that Aaron was the 'one to beat' to take the iconic role, while Oppenheimer director Christopher Nolan was looking likely to helm the next film in the franchise. However, the insider added: ‘Whether Nolan coming on board will affect the casting of Aaron Taylor-Johnson is currently a grey area – as he’s very particular with who he works with.’
Outside of acting, Aaron's personal life has generated much public interest, due to the large age gap between him and his wife. Sam previously spoke about falling for Aaron on the set, but insisted nothing happened until the movie wrapped. 'The thing is, we had quite a psychic link when working together. I knew from a flicker of an eyelash what kind of performance I was going to get. I felt that link almost from day one of meeting him.'
The late Sean Connery, one of the most recognisable Bonds, had only featured in a series of TV films when he accepted the role of the titular British spy in 1962's Dr. No, catapulting him to international fame. The late Sean Connery, one of the most recognisable Bonds, had only featured in a series of TV films when he accepted the role of the titular British spy in 1962's Dr. No, catapulting him to international fame
Meanwhile, Michael Fassbender also ruled himself out, saying he thought a younger star should take on the role.Riding high off his Oscar success, Cillian, 47, has been another popular choice for fans, but also doesn't seem keen.This week, another rumoured star, Theo James, called the prospect of taking on the huge role 'terrifying' and insisted there were 'better people for the job'.