Carlos Ponce to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from Puerto Rico?
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Is Ponce set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in November 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Carlos Ponce.

UPDATE 20/12/2025 : 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 San Juan wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Carlos Ponce become the Seventh James Bond?

Ponce’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Double Life (2011-2012), Couples Retreat (2009) and 7th Heaven (1998-2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ponce now is – what next?

Three reasons Carlos Ponce 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 Puerto Rican?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ponce.
  3. It would give Carlos Ponce a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Ponce 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 Carlos Ponce for James Bond.

“His name is Ponce. Carlos Ponce!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 19, 2025
“He was perfect as Salvadore in Couples Retreat, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 19, 2025
“A Puerto Rican James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 19, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Ponce has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 19, 2025

Rumors about Carlos Ponce 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 Carlos Ponce should be the next James Bond?

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