Tate Donovan to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 61-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Donovan 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 Tate Donovan.

UPDATE 21/11/2024 : 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 Tate Donovan become the Seventh James Bond?

Donovan’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Manchester by the Sea (2016), 24 (Live Another Day) (2014-2014) and The O.C. (2003-2007). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Donovan now is – what next?

Three reasons Tate Donovan 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 61-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Donovan.
  3. It would give Tate Donovan a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Donovan 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 Tate Donovan for James Bond.

“His name is Donovan. Tate Donovan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 20, 2024
“He was perfect as George Dixon in The Man in the High Castle, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 20, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 20, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Donovan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 20, 2024

Rumors about Tate Donovan 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 Tate Donovan should be the next James Bond?

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