Jacob Elordi Shares His Thoughts on the James Bond Buzz
Jacob Elordi has expressed his gratitude and excitement over the ongoing rumors suggesting he could be the next James Bond. During a November 2023 interview with Extra, the Euphoria actor was asked about the possibility of taking over the iconic MI6 agent role from Daniel Craig. His reaction was one of flattery: “That’s beautiful,” Elordi said. “I just like that people maybe want to put me in their movies. That makes me really glad.”
Elordi’s comments come amid a wave of speculation surrounding several actors as potential candidates to step into Bond’s shoes. Alongside stars like Regé-Jean Page, Idris Elba, and Dev Patel, the Kissing Booth actor has gained traction as a fan favorite for the role of the suave, secret agent.
The Next James Bond? Who’s in the Running
As rumors swirl, it’s still unclear who will ultimately take over the role of 007 after Daniel Craig’s final performance in No Time to Die (2021). Elordi’s name has frequently been mentioned in the conversation, alongside past Bond favorites like Pierce Brosnan and Sean Connery. While the speculation has helped elevate Elordi’s profile, the actor remains grounded and focused on his current work.
Recently, Elordi took on another high-profile role portraying Elvis Presley in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla. The buzz surrounding Elordi’s potential casting as Bond only adds to his rising star, but for now, he’s embracing the excitement and keeping his focus on the roles that are currently in front of him.
Elordi’s Elvis Presley Performance Wows Priscilla Presley
Elordi has already earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Priscilla. In particular, his performance struck a chord with the real Priscilla Presley, who praised how much Elordi’s voice resembled her late ex-husband’s. Sofia Coppola, the film’s director, revealed that Priscilla was especially impressed by the similarity in Elordi’s voice to that of Elvis. “When we watched the film with Priscilla…what struck her the most was how much his voice sounded like Elvis,” Coppola shared.
Elordi, humbled by this praise, described it as “a great relief” and admitted that portraying such an iconic figure was daunting. He also opened up on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, sharing that stepping into Elvis’s shoes was “a little bit terrifying” but that working with Coppola made the experience a dream come true.
Reflecting on Past Roles
Despite the excitement surrounding his current and potential future roles, Elordi has been open about his past experiences, particularly with The Kissing Booth trilogy. Reflecting on his time filming the teen rom-com franchise, Elordi confessed that he felt “dead inside” during production and wasn’t initially interested in the films. “Those movies are ridiculous. They’re not universal. They’re an escape,” Elordi explained. However, he also expressed gratitude for the opportunities the franchise gave him.
Elordi’s candidness about his feelings toward The Kissing Booth series has sparked mixed reactions. Some of his co-stars, like Taylor Zakhar Perez, have expressed surprise at his sentiments, given the immense success of the franchise.
Looking Forward: Jacob Elordi’s Bright Future
While rumors about Elordi becoming the next James Bond continue to grow, the actor is focused on his craft and continuing to challenge himself with diverse roles. His portrayal of Elvis Presley in Priscilla is already earning critical praise, and his willingness to be open and honest about his career has earned him respect from both fans and critics alike.
Whether or not Elordi takes on the iconic role of 007, his future in Hollywood looks bright. With a growing portfolio of impressive roles, Jacob Elordi’s career continues to evolve in exciting ways. And if the James Bond rumors ever become a reality, it would undoubtedly mark a thrilling new chapter in the actor’s rising career.
