Paul Wesley to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on July 26, 2025

So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 26/07/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Paul Wesley become the Seventh James Bond?

Wesley’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Wesley now is – what next?

Three reasons Paul Wesley 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 43-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Wesley.
It would give Paul Wesley a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Wesley. Paul Wesley!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 25, 2025

“He was perfect as Stefan Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 25, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 25, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Wesley has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 25, 2025

Rumors about Paul Wesley 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 Paul Wesley should be the next James Bond?