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Former Bond Girl Wants Next 007 to Stay True to Books as Search Continues
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In Short: Alison Papworth, a former Bond girl, has expressed her desire for the next James Bond to remain faithful to the character's literary roots.
Alison Papworth, a former Bond girl from the "For Your Eyes Only" and "Octopussy" films, has shared her thoughts on the search for the next 007. Papworth, who starred alongside Roger Moore, believes that the next 007 should adhere to the character's literary origins. "It's important to stay true to the books," she said, emphasizing the need for consistency in the portrayal of the iconic character.
In an interview with Fox News, Papworth reminisced about her experiences on set, particularly the challenging scenes filmed in a castle during the winter. "It was the middle of winter doing the scenes for 'Octopussy' where we were fighting in the castle," she recalled, highlighting the physical demands of the role. Her comments come as the studio continues its search for the next James Bond, with many suggestions and rumors swirling around potential candidates.
Former Bond star Pierce Brosnan, who played the character in four films, has also weighed in on the casting process. Brosnan, who was approached by the studio, stated, "I have no desire to see myself in Bond. I’m just a member of the audience now awaiting the next Bond and wishing him well." Brosnan's comments reflect the studio's openness to a new actor for the role, with many speculating about potential candidates.
The casting process for the next James Bond is reportedly in full swing, with Nina Gold, the casting director for the franchise, having closed a deal to oversee the search. Many names have been suggested, including Jack Lowden, who co-starred with Gary Oldman in "Slow Horses," and even former NFL linebacker Clay Matthews, who was rumored to be a contender based on alleged photos and videos of him wearing prosthetics.
Denis Villeneuve is set to direct the next James Bond film, with Steven Knight penning the screenplay. The search for the next 007 is expected to continue until a suitable candidate is found, with the studio and casting team considering a wide range of actors to bring the iconic character to life. As the speculation continues, fans eagerly await the announcement of the next James Bond.
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- In early September 2026, alleged photos circulated online purportedly showing former NFL linebacker Clay Matthews after extensive plastic surgery.
Sources
- Fox Newslink