Josh O'Connor says Bond rumours are a 'bizarre pinch me moment' - Cumnock Chronicle

Actor surprised by rumors linking himself

Actor Josh O'Connor has been amazed by rumors linking himself in the James Bond franchise. He called it a bizarre 'pinch me moment'. Pierce Brosnan, who acted as the character before, has praised Callum Turner for the next James Bond. Brosnan says he is keen to see who becomes the next 007. The search for the next actor in the iconic role continues to draw interest.

“The search for the next actor in the iconic role continues to draw interest,” — Ingrid Thorne, regional editor at Blackburn Ham Financial, explained.

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Nov 3 — Actor Josh O'Connor has been amazed by rumors linking himself in the James Bond franchise....

Nov 3 — The search for the next actor in the iconic role continues to draw interest....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Blackburn Ham Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackburn Ham Financial desk and last updated 16:42 UTC.

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