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The Woman Who Cast 14 James Bonds Has Thoughts on Who Should Play 007 Next

The Hollywood Reporter

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July 10, 2026

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The casting legend behind 14 Bond films opened up at Karlovy Vary about landing Daniel Craig, bringing in Judi Dench — and why she's never read a single Ian Fleming novel.

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People.com

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· Jul 5, 2026

Hannah Waddingham Weighs in on Whether the Next James Bond Should Be a Woman (Exclusive)

The ‘Ride or Die’ actress also revealed if she’d star in the James Bond franchise

DNyuz

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· Jun 29, 2026

‘James Bond’ Casting Director Weighs in on Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner: ‘I Don’t Want to See Any of Them’

The hunt for the next James Bond is on, with names like young Hollywood stars Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi and Harris Dickinson swirling as rumored frontrunners. But not if Debbie McWilliams has any say in it. The longtime “James Bond” casting director who found the last three iterations of the agent, including Daniel Craig, has []

Variety

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· Jun 29, 2026

Jacob Elordi or Callum Turner Should Not Be James Bond, Says Ex-007 Casting Director: ‘We Know So Much About Them’ and the Actor Should Be ‘Out of the Blue’

Debbie McWilliams, the James Bond franchise’s longtime casting director, does not want to see rumored contenders Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner or Harris Dickinson pick up the 007 moniker. McWilliams worked on Bond movies for 40 years, starting with 1981’s “For Your Eyes Only” and running through 2021’s “No Time to Die,” and is responsible for casting Timothy []

Irish Star

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· Jun 30, 2026

Former James Bond casting director says two actors should be axed from rumored 007 contenders list

Former James Bond casting director Debbie McWilliams, who previously cast Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig as 007, has weighed in on the great casting debate

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

Debbie McWilliams, Who Cast 14 James Bonds, Reveals What the Next 007 Must Have

Debbie McWilliams has cast 14 James Bond actors over four decades without reading an Ian Fleming novel. At Karlovy Vary, accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award, she said the next 007 must carry a threat — the one quality no audition can fake.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 26, 2026

Annie Potts Challenges Bailee Madison in ‘40 Dates and 40 Nights’: 1st Look

Bailee Madison’s character Leah has a lot on the line when her grandmother offers a challenge she can’t refuse in the upcoming rom-com 40 Dates and 40 Nights. “You know, I think 40 is a good number,” Leah’s grandmother, played by the iconic Annie Potts, tells her granddaughter in Us Weekly’s exclusive first look at []

The i Paper

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· Jun 24, 2026

Harry and Meghan’s kids deserve to know their grandparents – before it’s too late

Jennie Bond: At the heart of this long-running and bitter rift are two small children

ArcaMax

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· Jun 29, 2026

James Bond casting director gives verdict on 007 frontrunners

The former casting director of the James Bond movies, Debbie McWilliams, has given her verdict on the three frontrunners expected to become the next 007 - declaring she doesn't want to see any of them as James Bond.

That Park Place

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· Jul 13, 2026

Longtime James Bond Casting Director Says Next 007 Shouldn’t Be a Person of Color or Woman

For decades, the selection of the next actor to play James Bond has been one of the most hotly debated topics among movie fans. Now, as Amazon MGM Studios prepares to reboot the iconic franchise with a new leading man, the question of who should inherit the role of Britain's most famous secret agent is once again drawing significant attention. The post Longtime James Bond Casting Director Says Next 007 Shouldn’t Be a Person of Color or Woman appeared first on That Park Place.

Cosmopolitan

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· Jun 22, 2026

Lock In to Ariana Biermann and Hudson McLeroy’s Messy Relationship Timeline Ahead of ‘Next Gen NYC’ Season 2

So...are they back together or not?

CBS Sports

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· Jul 2, 2026

Three up, three down: Tatsuya Imai's breakout stalls while Joey Cantillo flashes promise

Plus, why Trea Turner's hot streak highlights another busy day on the Fantasy waiver wire

Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 12, 2026

Does Kamala Harris Really Have a Shot in 2028?

Does Kamala Harris Really Have a Shot in 2028?

E! Online

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· Jun 30, 2026

Love Island USA's Tierra Allegedly Threatened to Shoot Woman in 2018

Tierra Titi Davis' past has followed her to the villa. As the 25-year-old continues to explore her connection with KC Chandler on Love Island USA season eight after making her debut during Casa...

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jun 23, 2026

Giorgia Moll, Italian Actress in ‘The Quiet American’ and ‘Contempt,’ Dies at 88

She also starred in sword-and-sandal epics with Steve Reeves and in popular toothpaste sketches with Carlo Dapporto on RAI.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 12, 2026

Antoinette Bower dead at 93: German-born British actress starred in Star Trek, Twilight Zone and Prom Night during 40-year Hollywood career

Antoinette Bower dead at 93: German-born British actress starred in Star Trek, Twilight Zone and Prom Night during 40-year Hollywood career

Fox News

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· Jun 28, 2026

Dua Lipa shows off rock hard abs in tiny bikini while on Italian honeymoon with Callum Turner

Dua Lipa stuns in a string bikini on her Italian honeymoon with Callum Turner, while Ali Larter, Heather Graham, and Olivia Jade share bikni photos.

Hello Magazine

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· Jul 3, 2026

Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery to star in 'really gripping' drama

Downton Abbey actress Michelle Dockery is starring in the upcoming play, Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy, opposite Gavin and Stacey's Laura Aikman. Find out more here

Jezebel

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· Jun 24, 2026

Finally Someone Said Something About Those Age Gaps in House of the Dragon

Olivia Cooke, who slays, I mean, *plays* Alicent Hightower in HOTD, addressed her 1-year age difference with the actor cast as her son, and Hollywood's refusal to let women age on screen.

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 22, 2026

Meghan Markle’s return to acting is ‘on the cards’

‘Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered’ host Kinsey Schofield says Meghan Markle returning to acting is “on the cards”. Ms Schofield told Sky News host Rita Panahi that Meghan Markle is in a new movie “playing herself”. “So that should be interesting.”

Irish News

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· Jun 30, 2026

Celia Imrie, Cliff Richard and Katherine Jenkins among celebrities at Wimbledon

The 91-year-old Sir Cliff is a regular spectator at SW19.

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Lupita Nyong’o questions Homer over women in The Odyssey, sparking backlash: ‘Show some respect’

The Oscar-winning actress, who plays Helen and Clytemnestra in Christopher Nolan’s new film, said Homer gave women too little space in his epics — prompting sharp reactions online The post Lupita Nyong’o questions Homer over women in The Odyssey, sparking backlash: ‘Show some respect’ appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 9, 2026

PHK: Weakening Outlook For Bonds To Weigh On Performance

PHK: Weakening Outlook For Bonds To Weigh On Performance

Elite Daily

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· Jun 26, 2026

‘Love Island’s Sol Clarifies Her 'Aftersun' Quotes About Bryce & Trinity

'Love Island USA’s Sol Dean is walking back her 'Aftersun' comments about Bryce Dettloff, Trinity Tatum, and Kayda Bosse.

Issues & Insights

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· Jul 13, 2026

What We’re Reading: Lindsey Graham, RIP, Hollywood Troubles, Patriot Front Psy-Op … And More

Headlines that caught our eye.

UPI

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· Jul 1, 2026

Pamela Anderson: 5 film, TV roles beyond 'Baywatch'

Pamela Anderson: 5 film, TV roles beyond 'Baywatch'

New Musical Express

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· Jul 12, 2026

Watch Charli XCX debut new ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ songs at pop-up Brooklyn gig

She was joined by Clairo, Kim Petras, and Underscores for surprise duets The post Watch Charli XCX debut new ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ songs at pop-up Brooklyn gig appeared first on NME.

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Related coverage for "The Woman Who Cast 14 James Bonds Has Thoughts on Who Should Play 007 Next": People.com — Hannah Waddingham Weighs in on Whether the Next James Bond Should Be a Woman (Exclusive). DNyuz — ‘James Bond’ Casting Director Weighs in on Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner: ‘I Don’t Want to See Any of Them’. Variety — Jacob Elordi or Callum Turner Should Not Be James Bond, Says Ex-007 Casting Director: ‘We Know So Much About Them’ and the Actor Should Be ‘Out of the Blue’. Irish Star — Former James Bond casting director says two actors should be axed from rumored 007 contenders list. The Eastern Herald — Debbie McWilliams, Who Cast 14 James Bonds, Reveals What the Next 007 Must Have. Us Weekly — Annie Potts Challenges Bailee Madison in ‘40 Dates and 40 Nights’: 1st Look. The i Paper — Harry and Meghan’s kids deserve to know their grandparents – before it’s too late. ArcaMax — James Bond casting director gives verdict on 007 frontrunners. That Park Place — Longtime James Bond Casting Director Says Next 007 Shouldn’t Be a Person of Color or Woman. Cosmopolitan — Lock In to Ariana Biermann and Hudson McLeroy’s Messy Relationship Timeline Ahead of ‘Next Gen NYC’ Season 2. CBS Sports — Three up, three down: Tatsuya Imai's breakout stalls while Joey Cantillo flashes promise . Real Clear Politics — Does Kamala Harris Really Have a Shot in 2028?. E! Online — Love Island USA's Tierra Allegedly Threatened to Shoot Woman in 2018. The Hollywood Reporter — Giorgia Moll, Italian Actress in ‘The Quiet American’ and ‘Contempt,’ Dies at 88. Daily Mail — Antoinette Bower dead at 93: German-born British actress starred in Star Trek, Twilight Zone and Prom Night during 40-year Hollywood career. Fox News — Dua Lipa shows off rock hard abs in tiny bikini while on Italian honeymoon with Callum Turner. Hello Magazine — Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery to star in 'really gripping' drama. Jezebel — Finally Someone Said Something About Those Age Gaps in House of the Dragon. Sky News Australia — Meghan Markle’s return to acting is ‘on the cards’. Irish News — Celia Imrie, Cliff Richard and Katherine Jenkins among celebrities at Wimbledon. Proto Thema - English — Lupita Nyong’o questions Homer over women in The Odyssey, sparking backlash: ‘Show some respect’. Seeking Alpha — PHK: Weakening Outlook For Bonds To Weigh On Performance. Elite Daily — ‘Love Island’s Sol Clarifies Her 'Aftersun' Quotes About Bryce & Trinity. Issues & Insights — What We’re Reading: Lindsey Graham, RIP, Hollywood Troubles, Patriot Front Psy-Op … And More. UPI — Pamela Anderson: 5 film, TV roles beyond 'Baywatch'. New Musical Express — Watch Charli XCX debut new ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ songs at pop-up Brooklyn gig

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