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Daniel Craig's Royal Night: NYT 70th Bash & Next Bond Buzz
21 Sep
Summary
- Daniel Craig attended the National Youth Theatre's 70th anniversary gala in London.
- He spoke about the importance of pausing and planting seeds.
- Speculation about the next James Bond actor continues to grow.
Actor Daniel Craig attended a gala in London on Sunday night, marking the 70th anniversary of the National Youth Theatre. Craig, who trained with the NYT in the 1980s, spoke at the event held at Royal Festival Hall. He read a letter from playwright James Graham, highlighting the invention of 'stopping, standing still' and dedicating it to those who nurture growth.
Craig's appearance coincides with heightened speculation regarding the next actor to portray James Bond. The search for a successor began in May after Craig concluded his tenure with 'No Time To Die'. Several actors, including Jack Barton, Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, Paul Mescal, Theo James, and James Norton, have been rumored for the role.
Amazon MGM Studios took creative control over the 007 character in February 2025, co-owning the franchise with producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, gaining distribution rights for James Bond films. In 2023, they released the game show '007: Road To A Million'. The next Bond film will be written by Steven Knight.
