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Jun 28, 2023 · Idris Elba says he felt “super complimented for a long time” when it came to suggestions he should play James Bond.. Until things took a turn. During a recently released conversation on Jason ...
Sep 22, 2022 · Daniel Craig's Bond died in the most recent iteration, No Time To Die, so the search is on. But the producers understand Elba's hesitance, they told Variety. "We love Idris," producer Barbara ...
1 day ago · Luther star Idris Elba was said to be in the running, before Broccoli and Wilson said the 51-year-old was "too old" for the role. "When we cast Bond, it's a 10-, 12-year commitment," Broccoli said ...
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Jan 24, 2022 · The Wire and Luther star has been in the conversation for years, but he has also faced backlash and criticism from fans and critics. Learn how he became part of the conversation, how he reacted to the role, and how he faced the cultural war over a question asked many times.
Feb 14, 2023 · The actor says he will not be the next 007, despite years of speculation and rumours. He confirms he will star in the Luther movie instead, which will be released in 2023.
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Jun 28, 2023 · The English actor reveals why he turned down the role of 007 after facing racist backlash from people opposed to a Black man playing the suave spy. He says he was "super complimented" when casting speculation emerged, until "it became about nonsense" and "racist nonsense". He adds that he does not see himself as James Bond and that he is not waiting by the phone for the next Bond role.
May 9, 2023 · The actor praises the British star's work and says he would issue a licence to kill him for the role. He also talks about his novel and the trend of editing books for modern sensitivities.
