Ernesto Alterio to be the next James Bond?

So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from Spain?

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

UPDATE 29/03/2024 : 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 Madrid wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Ernesto Alterio become the Seventh James Bond?

Alterio’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Vientos de agua (2006-2006) and The Other Side of the Bed (2002). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Alterio now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Alterio. Ernesto Alterio!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 28, 2024
“He was perfect as Javier in The Other Side of the Bed, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 28, 2024
“A Spanish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 28, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Alterio has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 28, 2024

Rumors about Ernesto Alterio 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 Ernesto Alterio should be the next James Bond?

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