Richard Ruccolo to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
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So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from United States?

Is Ruccolo set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Richard Ruccolo.

UPDATE 14/02/2026 : 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 Richard Ruccolo become the Seventh James Bond?

Ruccolo’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Two Guys and a Girl (1998-2001). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ruccolo now is – what next?

Three reasons Richard Ruccolo would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 53-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ruccolo.
  3. It would give Richard Ruccolo a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Ruccolo. Richard Ruccolo!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 13, 2026
“He was perfect as Pete Dunville in Two Guys and a Girl, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 13, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 13, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Ruccolo has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 13, 2026

Rumors about Richard Ruccolo 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 Richard Ruccolo should be the next James Bond?

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