Aaron Taylor-Johnson: From Frankenstein to Bond - The Beard That Could?
BOND-GATE HEATS UP!
The world of espionage is on high alert as rumors swirl that Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 35, is the next in line to play the iconic role of James Bond. And it seems he's been secretly training for this moment all along!
At the Venice Film Festival, Aaron stunned fans with his rugged new look - complete with a bushy beard and dark shades. But don't let that fool you, folks! Underneath the rough exterior lies a sophisticated actor who's ready to take on the role of a lifetime.
With Daniel Craig having bowed out in 2021 after five thrilling instalments as Bond, it's anyone's game now. And Aaron is still at the top of the betting odds with an impressive 8/11 chance of landing the coveted role!
But what about Henry Cavill, who was recently announced as the new favourite to play Bond? According to Ladbrokes, he's been slashed from 10/1 to a mere 3/1 - making him the current second favourite. However, it seems his chances are not without controversy...
In an exclusive interview with our publication, Cal Gildart of Ladbrokes revealed that Henry's audition tape from two decades ago has resurfaced online. The footage shows a young and ambitious Henry attempting to win over the hearts of producers with his suave delivery of Bond's most famous catchphrase: "Bond, James Bond." But alas, it was not meant to be...
GoldenEye director Martin Campbell shared that Henry's youthful energy was both an asset and a liability at the time. "He looked great in the audition," Campbell revealed. "His acting was tremendous. And look, if Daniel didn't exist, Henry would have made an excellent Bond."
Meanwhile, Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been fueling speculation about his potential involvement with 007 by being cryptic about his upcoming projects. During a recent interview at the world premiere of "28 Years Later" in London, he gave a tantalizingly brief response when asked about his next move: "I can't talk about it." Oooh, we can almost hear the whispers...
As for other contenders, Callum Turner is still in the running with 5/1 odds, while Harris Dickinson and Tom Holland follow closely behind at 8/1 and 10/1 respectively. Jack Lowden, another hopeful, trails behind with 10/1.
But what about Aaron's real-life connections to the world of espionage? Did you know that Omega, official 007 watch provider, has signed him as their new ambassador? This could be more than just a clever marketing ploy...
One thing's for sure: Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the ultimate Bond fan. And with his dashing good looks and suave on-screen presence, we can't help but wonder if he'll soon be shaking (not stirring) martinis as our next 007.
Stay tuned, folks! The game of cat-and-mouse between Aaron, Henry, and the rest of the hopefuls is far from over. Who do you think will be the next James Bond? Let us know in the comments!
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