Jesús Olmedo to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Madrid
Last updated on April 3, 2025

So, why not a 51-year-old James Bond from Spain?

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Is Olmedo set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jesús Olmedo.

UPDATE 03/04/2025 : 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 Madrid wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jesús Olmedo become the Seventh James Bond?

Olmedo’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Hispania, the legend (2010-2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Olmedo now is – what next?

Three reasons Jesús Olmedo 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 51-year-old Spanish?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Olmedo.
It would give Jesús Olmedo a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Olmedo. Jesús Olmedo!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 2, 2025

“He was perfect as Marcus in Hispania, the legend, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 2, 2025

“A Spanish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 2, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Olmedo has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 2, 2025

Rumors about Jesús Olmedo 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 Jesús Olmedo should be the next James Bond?