Hailey Gates to be the next Bond Girl?

American star Hailey Gates is reportedly set to play the Bond girl in the next edition of “James Bond” franchise. The Internet is buzzing with rumors that the actress best known for her role in Challengers could be cast as the female lead opposite Daniel Craig.

UPDATE 10/04/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Gates already in talks

“The producers have tried to get Hailey before, but she has never been available because of other commitments,” a source close to the production said about the actress. “The discussions have been going on for some time and they are working out the contract details now.”

This 'Gates to play Bond Girl' 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 Hailey Gates for Bond Girl.

“She’ll be a great Bond girl. Bond girls are always brainy as well as sexy, and that’s totally Hailey.”
— Sam Lopez (@slopezPR) April 9, 2026

“She was perfect as Helen in ‘Challengers’, she will be tremendous portraying the iconic Bond girl role.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 9, 2026

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