Callum Turner, the British actor who recently married pop star Dua Lipa, is finding all the speculation about him becoming the next James Bond both 'weird' and 'amusing.' The 36-year-old star of Masters of the Air has emerged as the frontrunner for the iconic role, with bookmakers placing him at odds of 11/10 to succeed Daniel Craig.
Turner revealed that the buzz has even reconnected him with old friends. 'I'll tell you what's so funny about the Bond thing: Even your best friends ask you, people text you that you haven't spoken to for 10 years - and you know nothing,' he explained. 'It's such a weird thing of something happening and nothing happening at all.'
Despite the mounting excitement, Turner is keeping his cards close to his chest. 'I genuinely know nothing,' he said, calling the situation 'quite amusing.' However, optimism is growing that Turner will sign on for the next Bond film, which is set to begin production next year with Dune director Denis Villeneuve already attached.
George Clooney Backs Turner
Hollywood heavyweight George Clooney has thrown his support behind Turner, calling him the 'perfect' Bond. Clooney directed Turner in the 2023 film The Boys in the Boat and said, 'I hope Callum ends up being the next Bond. I think he would be a great Bond.' Clooney added that Turner 'is tall and handsome and charming and British,' qualities that make him an ideal fit for the role.
Turner faces competition from actors like Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, and Slow Horses star Jack Lowden. But Clooney's endorsement adds significant weight to his candidacy.
A Real-Life Bond Girl
Last weekend, Turner secured his very own Bond girl when he married singer Dua Lipa in a ceremony in Sicily. Turner spoke about balancing their demanding schedules, telling The Hollywood Reporter, 'You want to be inspired by the person you're with. We make sure that we're together as much as possible.'
One of their favorite pastimes is games night. 'She's a killer at backgammon,' Turner revealed. Dua Lipa is also among the favorites to record the next James Bond theme song, adding another layer to their connection with the franchise.
