Theo James sent the rumour mill into overdrive this week, presenting a masterclass in suave sophistication at the opening of Ralph Lauren's stunning new flagship store on Paris's famed Boulevard Saint-Germain.
The 'White Lotus' and 'Divergent' star, 39, looked every inch the leading man in a impeccably tailored navy double-breasted blazer, paired with crisp white trousers and classic loafers. His appearance at the A-list event, attended by the likes of Jessica Chastain and Idris Elba, couldn't have been more perfectly timed.
Betting markets have been sent into a frenzy, with James now emerging as the shock favourite to be the next James Bond. Following his critically acclaimed performance in Guy Ritchie's Netflix hit 'The Gentlemen', his stock in Hollywood has never been higher.
Ladbrokes have now slashed their odds on James landing the iconic role to 3/1, placing him ahead of longstanding favourites like Idris Elba and James Norton. This dramatic shift suggests a seismic move in the race for 007.
His Parisian appearance was a textbook demonstration of the effortless cool and magnetic charm required for cinema's most famous spy. It wasn't just a fashion statement; it was an audition on the global stage.
With production on the next Bond film still in its early stages and no official announcement from producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, the speculation is only set to intensify. For now, all eyes are on Theo James, the man who might just have the licence to thrill.
