‘Was never in the race’

Hollywood actor Idris Elba dismisses James Bond casting

Hollywood actor Idris Elba has cleared the rumours claiming he was considered for the role of the next James Bond and said he was never in the race. “Honestly not in the race ever...My name’s not getting thrown out, no way,” he told entertainment news magazine People.

“They’re going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can’t wait — it’s going to be amazing,” he added. Earlier this month, Amazon MGM 

Studios officially began the search for the next James Bond, marking the start of casting.

The studio has reportedly hired acclaimed casting director Nina Gold, known for her work on Game of Thrones, The Crown, and several Star Wars films, to help find the successor to Daniel Craig. Amazon MGM confirmed that casting is underway but declined to provide specific details, saying it will share updates when appropriate for fans of the franchise.