Pierce Brosnan Supports Callum Turner Being Cast as James Bond: “So Strong…” - The Hollywood Reporter
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan has publicly endorsed Callum Turner as a strong candidate for the next 007 role. Brosnan also expressed excitement about director Denis Villeneuve potentially helming a future film in the franchise.
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The casting of James Bond is a major cultural event in the entertainment industry, and endorsements from former leads carry significant weight in fan and studio discourse.
Logo text Former James Bond star Pierce Brosnan gave an enthusiastic shout-out to Callum Turner in his quest to become the next 007.
During an interview with Vanity Fair , Brosnan was asked about the current “conversation” around the subject of Bond — presumably referring to media coverage about the actors reportedly being tested to take over the iconic role.
The MobLand actor was very diplomatic in his answer, generously praising the field of young stars who are up for the part. Related Stories Movies Josh O'Connor Calls Bond Speculation "Incredibly Bizarre Pinch Me Moment" Movies Jack Lowden Is Tight-Lipped on Those Bond Rumors: "I'm Not Going to Add to the Noise"
Yet he did give a particular hat tip to Turner, whom he worked with on the 2017 film The Only Living Boy in New York .
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