Daniel Cosgrove to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 11, 2025

So, why not a 54-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Cosgrove 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 Daniel Cosgrove.

UPDATE 11/06/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Daniel Cosgrove become the Seventh James Bond?

Cosgrove’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in All My Children (1996-2011), Guiding Light (2002-2009) and Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990-2000). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Cosgrove now is – what next?

Three reasons Daniel Cosgrove 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 54-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Cosgrove.
It would give Daniel Cosgrove a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Cosgrove. Daniel Cosgrove!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 10, 2025

“He was perfect as Matt Durning in Beverly Hills, 90210, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 10, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 10, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Cosgrove has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 10, 2025

Rumors about Daniel Cosgrove 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 Daniel Cosgrove should be the next James Bond?