Paulo Avelino to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Manila
Last updated on May 19, 2025

So, why not a 37-year-old James Bond from Philippines?

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

UPDATE 19/05/2025 : 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 Manila wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Paulo Avelino become the Seventh James Bond?

Avelino’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Bride and the Lover (2013) and My Eternal (2012-2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Avelino now is – what next?

Three reasons Paulo Avelino 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 37-year-old Filipino?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Avelino.
It would give Paulo Avelino a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Avelino. Paulo Avelino!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 18, 2025

“He was perfect as Nathaniel Montenegro in My Eternal, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 18, 2025

“A Filipino James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 18, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Avelino has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 18, 2025

Rumors about Paulo Avelino 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 Paulo Avelino should be the next James Bond?