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Bond Who? Waddingham Prefers Her Own Action
23 Jun
Summary
- Waddingham stars as an assassin in upcoming 'Ride or Die'.
- She prefers performing her own stunts and doesn't want to be Bond.
- Her new show premieres on Prime Video on July 15, 2026.
Actress Hannah Waddingham recently attended a screening for her new project, 'Ride or Die,' accompanied by her partner, spinal surgeon Nick Beresford-Cleary. The event took place at London's Ham Yard Hotel on Monday, June 22, 2026. Waddingham plays Judith, an assassin and best friend to Debbie, portrayed by Octavia Spencer, in the series.
During the event, Waddingham revealed her dedication to performing her own stunts, a practice she continued in 'Ride or Die.' She firmly stated her disinterest in portraying James Bond, asserting, "A woman doesn't need to play James Bond, we've got other things to do." This aligns with her previous comments about enjoying stunt-heavy roles.
Waddingham hinted at future action-based projects, mentioning she was currently involved in work requiring stunts and vocal exertion. The writer and creator of 'Ride or Die,' Tessa Coates, praised Waddingham's multifaceted talent, highlighting her ability to balance action, comedy, and dramatic acting. The series, featuring other stars like Bill Nighy and Ed Skrein, will be available on Prime Video starting July 15, 2026.
