Joey Fatone to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on May 19, 2025

So, why not a 48-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Fatone set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in April 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Joey Fatone.

UPDATE 19/05/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Joey Fatone become the Seventh James Bond?

Fatone’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years . His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Fatone now is – what next?

Three reasons Joey Fatone would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 48-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Fatone.
It would give Joey Fatone a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Fatone To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Sunday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Joey Fatone for James Bond.

“His name is Fatone. Joey Fatone!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 18, 2025

“He was perfect as Cousin Angelo in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 18, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 18, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Fatone has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 18, 2025

Rumors about Joey Fatone stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Joey Fatone should be the next James Bond?