Wesley Jonathan to be the next James Bond?
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Is Jonathan set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Wesley Jonathan.
UPDATE 19/02/2025 : 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 Wesley Jonathan become the Seventh James Bond?
Jonathan’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in What I Like About You (2002-2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Jonathan now is – what next?
Three reasons Wesley Jonathan 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 46-year-old American?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Jonathan.
- It would give Wesley Jonathan a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Jonathan To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Tuesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Wesley Jonathan for James Bond.
“His name is Jonathan. Wesley Jonathan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 18, 2025
“He was perfect as Gary Thorpe in What I Like About You, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 18, 2025
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 18, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Jonathan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 18, 2025
Rumors about Wesley Jonathan 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 Wesley Jonathan should be the next James Bond?
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