Guilherme Leicam to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
  • Brasília
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So, why not a 36-year-old James Bond from Brazil?

Is Leicam set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in August 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Guilherme Leicam.

UPDATE 15/09/2026 : 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 Guilherme Leicam become the Seventh James Bond?

Leicam’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Modern Times (2010-2010) and Young Hearts (2012-2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Leicam now is – what next?

Three reasons Guilherme Leicam 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 36-year-old Brazilian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Leicam.
  3. It would give Guilherme Leicam a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Leicam 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 Guilherme Leicam for James Bond.

“His name is Leicam. Guilherme Leicam!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) September 14, 2026
“He was perfect as Led Piñon in Modern Times, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) September 14, 2026
“A Brazilian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) September 14, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Leicam has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) September 14, 2026

Rumors about Guilherme Leicam 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 Guilherme Leicam should be the next James Bond?

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