Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey has finally addressed the growing speculation that he may be the next actor to step into the shoes of the legendary British spy, James Bond.
Following Daniel Craig’s official departure from the 007 franchise after a successful 15-year run, fans and media alike have been buzzing with casting rumors about who will take on the iconic role.
Among the names frequently mentioned is 37-year-old Jonathan Bailey, best known for his role as Anthony Bridgerton in the hit Netflix series.
During a recent appearance on BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show with Scott Mills, Jonathan Bailey spoke about the rumors and offered a candid, if somewhat ambiguous, response. “That’s an amazingly flattering ask. I mean, it would be hard to say no,” he said, laughing off the question but acknowledging the excitement around the idea.
While Bailey did not confirm any formal discussions with the Bond producers, he emphasized that nothing has been decided yet. “I don’t know, I really honestly… it would be hard to say no,” he repeated, keeping the possibility open without revealing any concrete information.
As of now, the future of the James Bond franchise remains uncertain. Longtime producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli have handed over creative control to Amazon MGM, which acquired rights to the franchise following the release of No Time to Die.
This shift has only fueled speculation as fans wait to see what direction the studio will take with the next chapter in the iconic spy saga.
Bailey’s name joins a list of other potential candidates rumored to be in the running, including Idris Elba, Henry Cavill, and Regé-Jean Page.
While there’s still no official word on who will don the tuxedo and wield the Walther PPK next, Bailey’s charming response has certainly kept him in the public conversation—and made fans curious about what’s next for James Bond.