Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Spider-Man Tom Holland Soars into Glasgow: Meet and Greet with Fans!

He's still your friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man. But Tom Holland swapped the New York skyline for Glasgow’s when he swung in for a superhero’s welcome yesterday

SPIDER-MAN SWINGS INTO GLASGOW: TOM HOLLAND'S BUSY LIFE AS HE UNVEILS NEW SPIDEY SUIT AND TEASES JAMES BOND ROLE

In a city that's more known for its rugged beauty and hearty hospitality, Spider-Man swung into town yesterday, bringing with him a dose of Hollywood glamour. British heartthrob Tom Holland, 29, made a splash in Glasgow as he unveiled his brand new Spidey suit ahead of the next chapter in the blockbuster franchise, Brand New Day.

But what's really got fans buzzing is not just the web-slinger's high-flying antics, but the speculation surrounding Holland's potential future role: James Bond. With the 007 franchise on the hunt for a new lead, Tom's name has been thrown into the hat alongside other A-listers as a potential contender.

The British actor, 29, even unveiled his new Spidey suit ahead of filming the next chapter in the blockbuster franchise, Brand New Day – and gave one happy young fan a lift up

And we can't help but wonder: could this charming young actor really be the next Bond? After all, he's already proven his action chops in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and has won hearts with his endearing on-screen presence.

But let's not get ahead of ourselves – for now, Tom is focused on bringing Spider-Man to life once again. And speaking of which, he's got a new Spidey suit that's sure to turn heads. The actor revealed the sleek new design as part of his promotional tour for Brand New Day, which is set to hit theaters next summer.

But here's what we really want to know: will Zendaya be back as Peter Parker's love interest MJ? The 28-year-old actress has been busy filming other projects, including Christopher Nolan's epic adaptation of Homer's Odyssey, alongside Tom. And, of course, there are whispers about their wedding plans being put on ice – but more on that later.

In related news, it looks like Tom is raking in the dough – or should we say, the perfume? He's just been named the new face of Prada's Paradigme Fragrance, and judging by his adorable photoshoot with some furry friends, he's a natural.

And if all that wasn't enough to keep him busy, Tom recently addressed speculation about his potential Bond role in a video posted on Thursday. When asked about it, he gave a sheepish grin and said: "Listen, there's speculation at the minute. We'll keep it to a minimum for now...We'll get there one day."

But what really got our attention was when Tom joined chef Gordon Ramsay on his YouTube channel to promote his non-alcoholic beer brand and make some mouth-watering fried chicken sandwiches. In the lighthearted chat, he gushed about being "the luckiest kid alive" and couldn't have imagined having such a successful career.

Of course, all this begs the question: could Tom Holland really be the next Bond? With his dashing good looks and proven action hero credentials, it's not entirely impossible. And let's be real – who wouldn't want to see him in a tailored tuxedo, sipping martinis (shaken, not stirred, of course)?

But what about the creative team behind the next Bond film? Well, we've got some exciting news: Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has just been announced as joining Denis Villeneuve behind the camera to write the next installment. And it looks like Amazon MGM Studios is taking the reins after producer Barbara Broccoli handed over creative control.

So who will be the next Bond? And which actors are being considered for the iconic role? According to insiders, producers are on the hunt for a significantly younger actor to take over – and with Craig's more weathered, mortality-focused take on the character, it's no wonder they're looking for someone with a bit more...oomph.

But what about Tom Holland? Does he have what it takes to be the next 007? We can't help but wonder if his rugged charm, combined with his experience in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, makes him an unlikely candidate for the role.

Stay tuned, folks – it's going to be a wild ride as we speculate and try to piece together the puzzle of who will be the next Bond. And until then, let's just enjoy Tom Holland's dashing good looks and charming on-screen presence while we can...