Aaron Taylor-Johnson, born on June 13, 1990, is an English actor. He gained prominence for portraying the title character in the film “Kick-Ass” (2010) and its sequel “Kick-Ass 2” (2013).
Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his role as Pietro Maximoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appeared in the film “Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015), which remains his highest-grossing film to date. Fans are eagerly anticipating his return to the MCU as the lead character in the upcoming movie “Kraven the Hunter”.
🔫 Aaron Taylor-Johnson is set to become the next #JamesBond, according to The Sun. The 33-year-old British actor has been offered the role of agent 007, with the contract expected to be signed in the coming days. It is anticipated that Taylor-Johnson will succeed Daniel Craig,… pic.twitter.com/AGR5NdoqC5
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In 2017, Aaron Taylor-Johnson received the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Tom Ford’s gripping thriller, “Nocturnal Animals”.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson embarked on his acting journey at a tender age, making his mark in the film industry. As a child actor, he graced the screen in notable films such as “Shanghai Knights” (2003) and “The Illusionist” (2006).
In a recent interview with Numéro, Aaron Taylor-Johnson expressed his delight at the idea of playing Bond, finding it “charming and wonderful.” He considers the fan interest in him for the iconic role as “a great compliment” 1Forbes has already contacted Eon Productions for their response to this exciting speculation .
According to The Sun, Aaron Taylor-Johnson is poised to embrace the role of Bond and finalize a contract this week. A source from the same publication stated, “Bond is Aaron’s job, should he choose to take it” .
The next Bond movie release date remains undisclosed, but it’s anticipated that Aaron Taylor-Johnson will embrace the role for an extended period. Barbara Broccoli, a producer at Eon Productions, has hinted that the chosen Bond actor would likely commit to the iconic role for 10 to 12 years .
The speculation surrounding who would follow in Craig’s footsteps as Bond has persisted ever since the actor confirmed in 2019 that his last portrayal of the spy would be in the 2021 film “No Time to Die.” Aaron Taylor-Johnson has consistently topped the betting odds for the role, especially after tabloid reports suggested he had met with Barbara Broccoli to discuss the coveted part. Other actors previously considered contenders included Henry Cavill, renowned for his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe films, and Regé Jean-Page, the charismatic star of “Bridgerton.”
The James Bond franchise has an illustrious history spanning over 60 years and featuring six actors (prior to Taylor-Johnson’s casting). Eon Productions has released 25 films to date, with two additional films produced by other companies. The saga began with the premiere of the first Bond film, “Dr. No,” in 1962, starring Sean Connery as the inaugural actor to portray the iconic spy.
Connery and Roger Moore have each starred as Bond in seven films, the most extensive tenure of any actor. Other actors who have donned the iconic role include George Lazenby, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig. Craig’s portrayal spans five films from 2006 to 2021, making it the most recent chapter in the Bond legacy.
The Bond movies consistently dominate the box office: “Skyfall” (2012) grossed over $1.1 billion globally, standing as the franchise’s highest earner. Remarkably, every Bond film released in this century has raked in at least $400 million worldwide. The enduring appeal of this spy saga continues to captivate audiences across generations.
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