Sydney Sweeney is reportedly the leading contender to become the next Bond girl, with her name now sitting at the top of the casting sheet for the upcoming James Bond film. The Euphoria and White Lotus star has a strong professional relationship with acclaimed director Denis Villeneuve, who has been tapped to helm the next 007 installment. Their personal friendship and Villeneuve’s admiration for her work are said to be major factors behind her rising chances.
Insiders suggest that Villeneuve is eager to modernize the franchise with a fresh, dynamic face, and sees Sweeney as the ideal blend of talent, sex appeal, and athleticism. “Denis believes she is hugely talented, as well as having an alluring appeal to younger generations, vital in modernising the franchise,” a source shared. Sweeney, 27, has also impressed with her recent physical transformation for her upcoming role as boxer Christy Martin, demonstrating her readiness for high-intensity roles.
Adding more weight to the speculation is the backing of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Since Amazon holds creative control over the Bond franchise, Bezos’s reported support could give Sweeney a significant advantage. Her attendance at Bezos’s wedding in Venice last month only added fuel to the rumors of her potential involvement.
Sweeney was also spotted last year at the Toronto Film Festival in conversation with Villeneuve and former Bond actress Ana de Armas, further strengthening industry whispers about her casting. While nothing has been confirmed officially, all indicators suggest that Sweeney is being seriously considered.
The next James Bond film is currently in early development, with no official release date announced yet. Meanwhile, speculation continues over who will take over the role of Bond himself, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson and James Norton among the leading names in the mix.
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