Tony Ramos to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Brasília
Last updated on June 8, 2025

So, why not a 76-year-old James Bond from Brazil?

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

UPDATE 08/06/2025 : 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 Brasília wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Tony Ramos become the Seventh James Bond?

Ramos’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in A Mulher do Prefeito (2013-2013), Avenida Brasil (2012-2012) and Passione (2010-2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ramos now is – what next?

Three reasons Tony Ramos 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 76-year-old Brazilian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ramos.
It would give Tony Ramos a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Ramos. Tony Ramos!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 7, 2025

“He was perfect as Cláudio / Helena in If I Were You, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 7, 2025

“A Brazilian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 7, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Ramos has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 7, 2025

Rumors about Tony Ramos 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 Tony Ramos should be the next James Bond?