Alison Papworth, who appeared in the James Bond films “For Your Eyes Only” and “Octopussy,” comments on who should play the next James Bond. She says the franchise’s next “007” should be “another gorgeous man,” aligning with long-running fan and industry discussions about the character’s next lead actor.
The outlets report her remarks as rumors continue about the selection of a new actor for the role. Fox News and the New York Post frame the discussion around an apparent decision “looming,” but both primarily focus on Papworth’s viewpoint rather than providing new information about the casting process itself. Neither source identifies an official choice by the producers, and both present her comments as commentary amid public speculation.
Overall, the coverage is consistent in crediting Papworth’s background in the Bond franchise and in describing her preference for a male successor, while differing only in how explicitly they characterize the rumors surrounding the casting decision.
