Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is so in love with his wife, Lauren Sanchez. Reports suggest that he wants Sanchez to appear in the next James Bond movie and be the next Bond girl. Rob Shuter’s #ShuterScoop disclosed that Bezos is “fixated” on giving Sánchez a significant role in the franchise’s upcoming chapter.
Bezos’ MGM purchase of $8 million
Bezos now has significant control over the spy drama thanks to Amazon’s 2022 acquisition of MGM, the studio that produced the James Bond films. Amazon MGM Studios now has creative control, but long-time Bond producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli continue to be co-owners.
Sources claim that Bezos is committed to changing the franchise’s past by making Sánchez the main character, even though she has no prior acting experience. According to one studio insider, she is his muse and “He is obsessed.” “You get what you want when you spend $8 billion,” the insider added.
A new era for Bond?
Denis Villeneuve will direct, and Steven Knight will write the next instalment, which is tentatively titled Bond 26. The casting of Bond and his leading lady has become the most talked-about topic in the industry since Daniel Craig left the 007 role. Although insiders now think Bezos has his sights set firmly on his wife, he even stoked fan debate earlier this year by asking on X who should play the next Bond.
Sydney Sweeney still in contention?
Even though Sánchez is the talk of the town, actress Sydney Sweeney is also being considered for a Bond girl role. According to RadarOnline.com, the 27-year-old is high on the shortlist because of her close relationship with the movie’s purported director. Bond 26 appears to defy convention in a number of ways, regardless of whether Bezos’ influence tilts the scales in Sánchez’s favour or if a well-known Hollywood figure wins the part.