White House Suggests Trump for James Bond After Casting Director Nina Gold Says Next 007 Must ‘Ooze Sex Appeal’
The White House has humorously suggested that President Donald Trump could be a candidate for the next James Bond after casting director Nina Gold emphasized the need for the actor to 'ooze sex appeal.' This playful suggestion came alongside the announcement that casting for the iconic role has begun. The upcoming Bond film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve and is expected to feature a new actor for at least three films.
- ▪The White House shared a post suggesting Trump for the role of James Bond.
- ▪Casting director Nina Gold stated that the next Bond must 'ooze sex appeal.'
- ▪The new Bond film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve and produced by Amy Pascal and David Heyman.
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Home > Creative Content > Movies White House Suggests Trump for James Bond After Casting Director Nina Gold Says Next 007 Must ‘Ooze Sex Appeal’ Casting for the role began last week Stephanie Kaloi May 17, 2026 @ 10:21 AM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email U.S. President Donald Trump speaks in front of the American flag to the press as he departs the White House on May 12, 2026 in Washington, DC (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) The White House seemed to suggest the president should play James Bond after casting director Nina Gold said the next actor must “ooze sex appeal.” While speaking to Deadline at Cannes, Gold also said whoever is chosen to carry on the franchise should expect to play the iconic role for at least three…
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