Actor Taron Egerton has already ruled himself out of being the next James Bond, and he’s now explained more about his thought process about not pursuing the role. Egerton told The Telegraph (via The Hollywood Reporter), “I don’t think I’m the right choice for it,” due in part to the demand on the actor to be physically fit for a long time.
“You have to be consistently statuesque to be that guy. And that’s something that I am still striving for. I’ve always struggled with my weight,” he said.
Egerton said when is considering offers for a new role, he factors in how much gym time would be required and makes his decision based in part on that. Playing James Bond is more than just playing the character, it’s like “being a brand ambassador as well as being an actor,” he said.