Willy Toledo to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Madrid
Last updated on June 24, 2025

So, why not a 55-year-old James Bond from Spain?

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

UPDATE 24/06/2025 : 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 Madrid wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Willy Toledo become the Seventh James Bond?

Toledo’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Cuestión de sexo (2007-2009) and The Other Side of the Bed (2002). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Toledo now is – what next?

Three reasons Willy Toledo 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 55-year-old Spanish?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Toledo.
It would give Willy Toledo a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Toledo. Willy Toledo!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 23, 2025

“He was perfect as Diego in Cuestión de sexo, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 23, 2025

“A Spanish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 23, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Toledo has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 23, 2025

Rumors about Willy Toledo 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 Willy Toledo should be the next James Bond?