Brit actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson ‘has been formally offered the chance to play James Bond’, he will take over from Daniel Craig, who has played MI6’s most famous spy for 15 years.
This new move will put an end to months of speculation regarding Daniel Craig’s successor.
Though the Kick-Ass actor, 33, is yet to accept the role formally, but he will do so before this week ends, The Sun reports.
The Fans’ Choice For The 007 Role
Few days ago, a recent poll for the next James Bond was surveyed where Idris Elba, 51, became the most popular fans’ choice for the role.
But Idris has been ruling himself out of the running in order to focus on his crime drama, saying he would rather be a Luther than a James Bond.
Meanwhile, Aaron was coy when he was asked if he could step into Bond’s shoes last week. He said to Numero: ‘I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment.’
Now Aaron, who is known for his roles in Nocturnal Animals, Kick-Ass, Nowhere Boy and Avengers: Age of Ultron, will only become only the seventh actor to play the iconic British secret agent since the franchise launched in 1962.
When Will The Next James Bond be Announced?
The source said: ‘Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it. The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back.
‘As far as Eon is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days and they can start preparing for the big announcement,’ the source told the outlet.
