James Bond rumours intensify for British TV heartthrob after fans spot major clue
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James Bond fans have spotted a major clue that British heartthrob James Norton is set to be the next 007. The Happy Valley actor, 39, is currently up against the likes of Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Idris Elba as the search for Daniel Craig’s replacement continues.
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And while we still have to wait for the actor who will be playing Bond to officially be confirmed, fans think they’ve spotted a huge giveaway. James is currently starring in ITV drama Playing Nice, which follows two couples whose worlds are torn apart when they find out their toddlers were unknowingly swapped at birth.
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In one scene in the third episode of the drama, James’ character Peter attends a gala, where he appears to be the only man not wearing a tuxedo. And this could possibly have something to do with a rumoured future role of his, if he’s already signed the Bond contract.
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Taking to TikTok to explain their theory, podcast hosts Benedict and Hannah Townsend explained: ‘Are you watching the brand new TV drama Playing Nice, and if you are, did you notice this?’. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video.
Up Next. Benedict tells their followers: ‘James Norton is in the show and he has long been rumoured to be the next James Bond. ‘Now, every James Bond has in their contract they cannot wear a tuxedo in any other media while they are James Bond. ‘There’s a scene in the third episode of Playing Nice where they’re at a gala and every single man in that room is wearing a tuxedo except James Norton, who was wearing a regular suit.
