Ariel Rivera to be the next James Bond?

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Is Rivera set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Ariel Rivera.

UPDATE 05/11/2024 : 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 Manila wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Ariel Rivera become the Seventh James Bond?

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

The question for Rivera now is – what next?

Three reasons Ariel Rivera 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 58-year-old Filipino?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Rivera.
  3. It would give Ariel Rivera a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Rivera. Ariel Rivera!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 4, 2024
“He was perfect as Don Fernando Pereira in Mula Sa Puso, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 4, 2024
“A Filipino James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 4, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Rivera has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 4, 2024

Rumors about Ariel Rivera 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 Ariel Rivera should be the next James Bond?

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