Why Fans Are Holding Their Breath for Idris Elba as James Bond
Listen, I get it. The idea of Idris Elba stepping into the iconic role of James Bond has been a topic of conversation for years now. Fans have been buzzing, speculating, and dreaming about the day the handsome and talented actor becomes the first Black 007. But here's the thing: it might not happen anytime soon, and that's not sitting well with some people.
Idris Elba, who just turned 45, recently gave fans a little tease on Twitter. In a playful nod to the famous Bond line, he tweeted, "My name’s Elba, Idris Elba." It was clever, charming, and left us all wondering if he's hinting at something bigger. But then, he followed up with another tweet that read, "Don’t believe the HYPE…” And just like that, the internet went wild.
my name’s Elba, Idris Elba. pic.twitter.com/kEyyaVg8JX
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Don’t believe the HYPE…
— Idris Elba (@idriselba) August 12, 2018
Idris Elba’s Complicated Feelings About Playing James Bond
Now, here's the kicker. Back in 2011, Idris actually told NPR that he wasn’t interested in playing the role. Why? Well, it's not as simple as you might think. "I just don’t want to be called the first Black James Bond," he explained. "Do you understand what I’m saying? Sean Connery wasn’t the Scottish James Bond and Daniel Craig wasn’t the blue-eyed James Bond. So if I played him, I don’t want to be called the Black James Bond." It’s a powerful statement, and it shows that Idris wants the character to transcend race, just like all the others before him.
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But things got interesting in 2014 when talk show host Rush Limbaugh made some controversial remarks about the idea of Idris playing James Bond. Limbaugh argued that Bond is a "total concept put together by Ian Fleming," and because Fleming's version of Bond was white and Scottish, he believed the role should stay that way. Oof, that didn’t sit well with a lot of people. But guess what? Idris seemed to shift his stance after that. During a Reddit AMA, he was asked if he'd ever take on the role, and his response? "Yes, if it was offered to me, absolutely."
What’s Next for Idris Elba?
So, why hasn’t Idris jumped at the opportunity yet? Well, it might have something to do with his personal life. The talented actor is currently busy planning his wedding to his fiancée, Sabrina Dhowre. And honestly? Who can blame him? Love is in the air, and we’re all here for it. Whether it’s his wedding or a James Bond movie, we’re rooting for Idris to keep shining brightly. After all, the world needs more of his incredible talent, charm, and heart.
Baby! I can’t tell you enough how happy you make me and how lucky I feel to have found a love like this, you make my heart feel so full. I love you. Forever will always feel to short. #imsuchacheeseball @idriselba
