John Lone to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 72-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Lone set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is John Lone.

UPDATE 24/11/2024 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could John Lone become the Seventh James Bond?

Lone’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Rush Hour 2 (2001), The Last Emperor (1987) and King Kong (1976). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Lone now is – what next?

Three reasons John Lone 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 72-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Lone.
  3. It would give John Lone a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Lone. John Lone!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 23, 2024
“He was perfect as Chinese Cook in King Kong, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 23, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 23, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Lone has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 23, 2024

Rumors about John Lone 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 John Lone should be the next James Bond?

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