Lucas Black to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 36-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Black set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in August 2019. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Lucas Black.

UPDATE 20/09/2019 : 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 Lucas Black become the Seventh James Bond?

Black’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Fast & Furious 7 (2015). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Black now is – what next?

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

This 'Black 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 Lucas Black for James Bond.

“His name is Black. Lucas Black!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) September 19, 2019
“He was perfect as Sean Boswell in Fast & Furious 7, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) September 19, 2019
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) September 19, 2019
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Black has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) September 19, 2019

Rumors about Lucas Black 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 Lucas Black should be the next James Bond?

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